Avionics
FAA To Allow Own-ship Display on EFB Apps
The FAA's move adds significant value to powerful EFB moving-map applications.
New FAA guidance allows commercial operators to use own-ship position information on iPad apps in all phases of flight. Shown here, an Emirates A380 near the North Pole on ForeFlight Performance Plus with Jeppesen charts.
New FAA guidance allows commercial operators to use own-ship position information on iPad apps in all phases of flight. Shown here, an Emirates A380 near the North Pole on ForeFlight Performance Plus with Jeppesen charts.

The FAA has signaled a sea-change in its attitude about display of own-ship position on electronic flight bags (EFBs) and has issued new Advisory Circular (AC) guidance supporting that feature in all phases of flight. The agency also is stepping back from in-depth involvement with operators in managing their EFB programs.


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