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The professionals’ basic guide to ForeFlightUsing ForeFlight in the cockpit is a game changer for SA and task management, but can be quite the opposite without proper familiarization and set up. This guide is not intended to replace ForeFlight provided manuals (found in documents tab) or suffice for advanced tips and tricks.CAUTION: If using an iPad knee board, ensure it has some type of cover (e.g. quad fold strapped on top, or other cover) toprevent solar over-heat and shutdown. Select an iPad knee boardthat could still be used with paper in event of EKB malfunction.NOTE: All EKB usage must comply with COMTRAWINGFIVEINST 3710.19C. A cell data service capable iPad is recommend for geo-referenced charts and approach plates. A cell data plan is not required.CAUTION: Per COMTRAWINGFIVEINST 3710.19C each occupied cockpit must have paper pubs for the route of flight in the event of failed EKB. Your contact student will not have the instrument pubs you need. It may be difficult to pass FLIPS between cockpits based on anthropometric restrictions.The next page depicts the basic ForeFlight map screen. Take some time to familiarize yourself with the various boxes and what they do. This document will mostly discuss aircraft setup, performance profiles, route building, and filing. As you can see, the far bottom of the screen lists the major menus. Refer to the screen shot to find the appropriate ForeFlight control discussed later in the document.Basic aircraft set up:It is possible to obtain this information from another T-6B pilot who has already set this up. You can share aircraft profiles w/other users when on the same Wi-Fi network (known in ForeFlight as cockpit sharing). Cockpit sharing also works to share routes. To share an aircraft profile, go to the More menu, Aircraft, select the aircraft, and use the send button. Select share aircraft; now, the other user can receive it into their ForeFlight aircraft database. It would be wise “to trust, but verify” using the set up instructions below.Go to More tab.Select aircraft and hit the + button on upper right.Enter the following data:Tail NumberExmp: TEXN123, SH123, RK 123, BB123 or VV6E123This will be per FWOP. Note: Ensure FMS route page mirrors filed Tail Number.Serial Number166XXX (match aircraft)Aircraft TypeT-6 Texan 2 (TEX2)Aircraft CategoryAirplaneAircraft ColorW/OOrganization & Home StationTRAWING 5 KNSEAirspeed UnitsKnotsPerformance ProfilesSee section below on Performance ProfilesBest Glide Speed125Best Glide Ratio12 (This is based on feet per ForeFlight user guide)Default Cruise Alt15,000 (This can be set as you wish)Maximum Ceiling (Ft)31,000Fuel TypeJet-A PristFuel UnitsPoundsStart/Taxi/Takeoff Fuel200 (This setting will account for the 200 lbs. you are required to land with at destination per squadron SOP.)**When filing, the flights screen has an input for a landing fuel reserve where you can put 200 lbs if desired. Do use both options or you will have a 400 lbs fuel deficit!***You may choose to add 50 lbs. for your start/taxi/takeoff fuel. To make math easy, avoid this step and always assume takeoff with 1000lbs.FAA Equipment/GICAO EquipmentD, G, R, S, U, Z Z will automatically add w/later steps.ICAO SurveillanceB1, SICAO Wake CategoryLICAO PBNC2, D2, S1Other InformationNAV: D1E2A1 SUR: 260B OPR: DODSTS Special HandlingSTATE – for militaryDinghy Count2Capacity (Persons)1ColorORANGE/BLACKCoveredToggle ONRemarksLife JacketsCarried, Fluorescein, LightEmergency and Survival Equipment (Frequencies)243.0Type of EquipmentMaritimeSurvival Radio Count2Life Jacket Radio Frequency243.0Life Jacket Radio Count1UndercarriageWheelsELT Type AutomaticPerformance profiles:Three basic performance profiles are recommended based on altitude (10K and below, 10-20K, 20-30K). These suggested profiles are meant to be conservative and are based on the T-6B NATOPS Appendix A and empirical experience. Performance profiles can be accessed on the aircraft set up screen or via the main flight plan edit tab on the far left side of the edit tab.Low <10,000 Mid 15,000High FL250Climb TAS*160160160Climb Fuel per Hour550490440Climb Rate (FPM)250021001600Cruise TAS230250**260***Cruise Fuel per Hour440410350Descent TAS230250260Descent Fuel per Hour420360330Descent Rate (FPM)300030003000*The climb data is based on an average of the appropriate NFM Appendix A chart through the entire climb.** Cruise TAS is based on using 200KIAS below FL200. ***It is beneficial to use the NATOPS recommended critical ITT-10 deg for climb and critical ITT-40 deg for cruise when above critical altitude (NFM pg. A2-2). This provides for a good fuel burn and easy way to set power.Students are being taught in the Instrument Flight Planning Workbook (CNATRA P-771) to use the Pocket Checklist Long Range Cruise table (DRAG INDEX=0) chart for their planning. Again, these recommended performance profiles are meant to be based the Instrument Navigation FTI for normal cruise at 200KIAS when the fuel burn is reasonable below 20,000.Don’t be afraid to adjust these profiles based on experience. You may make them even more conservative as you see fit. These are merely starting points that seem to work well. Filing a flight plan:Before beginning, ensure you have some type of data (e.g. Wi-Fi, cell data, or personal cell hotspot). You will need data for WX, winds, and electronic briefing/filing.Build your route of flight in the edit tab of the Maps page.Ensure you have the right tail number in the aircraft tab. It is best to simply edit the existing aircraft profile and change the tail number and the serial number vice having all 160 TRAWINGFIVE aircraft.NOTE: Do not skip this step! Re-verify the correct tail numberin the flight plan review! This tail number will be sent to the flight plan and ultimately to ATC! Choose your altitude based on the 10% route distance technique, VFR/IFR, and based on favorable winds. When you select the altitude box, the winds aloft will appear and help you make an informed decision. Anything above FL250 really helps fuel burn and increases TAS.Pack your flight. The suitcase icon will have an exclamation point if you have not packed. NOTE: Always keep your iPad packed for your anticipated route of flight. Just as you wouldn’t fly with expired FLIPS, you should not fly without packing your EKB. Send your route to the flights page, which will automatically pop up. Here you will be able to receive your WX brief, select your alternate, and file.NOTE: The flights page keeps a historical record of your filedflights and briefs. During the flight, you will be able to go backand view your brief without any data required. You can alsorefresh a previously filed flight with new WX and easily file again. Now retrieve your briefing and read it. If after reading the WX brief, NOTAMS, etc. and the route is still good, proceed to file. From the flights page, prior to filing, you can still edit initial altitude, pack, and select an FBO among other features. Click “Proceed to File.” Next review the data.Form TypeSelect ICAO or DD-1801 (more on the 1801 capability later)Flight RulesIFRFlight TypeSelect M for MilitaryAircraftAircraftPulled from previously built aircraftCall Sign (Optional)Pulled from aircraft True AirspeedSet as requiredAirspeed UnitsKnotsNumber of aircraftMore than three requires TRAWING FIVE approval.DepartureAirportPopulated from flight plan.Place NameOptionalTime Set date and time using local formatPersons on boardAs requiredEnrouteRoute will populate from the flight plan edit pageAltitudeWill populate from flight plan edit…can be changed here.Time EnrouteCalculated from flight plan and current WXFuel On BoardUsually 2+30 or as calculated in GP ch. 4Other information2 items (from built aircraft profile). The other information section also contains DLE used to insert a terminal or holding delay. Exmp: DLE KMOB0030. Time is expressed as (hhmm). See AIM pg. 5-1-27 or GP pg. 4-17. STS Special HandlingStateRemarksRemarksPlace your DD-175-1 FLIMSY number here per CNAF 3710. Exmp: FLIMSY CR-1234 (WHEN FILING DD-1801 VIA BASE OPS ONLY).This is good place to spell out call sign if using BB, SH, RK. Exmp:“Call sign is Shooter172.” You could also list the airports for practice approaches. Exmp: Request PLAs KNPA KPNS.PLA stands for Practice Landing Approach. This block does not accept special characters. DestinationAirportImported from flight planPlace NameOptionalAlternate AirportImported from flights pageAlternate Airport (2nd)OptionalContactRecommend your squadron FDO. Exmp: VT-6 FDOPhone850-623-7468DinghyCountImported from aircraft setup.Capacity (Persons)Imported from aircraft setup.ColorImported from aircraft setup.CoveredToggle onEmergencyLife JacketsImported from aircraft setup.RadiosUHFSurvivalMaritimeSurvival Equipment RemarksPilotNameOn File KNSE ***When using DD-1801 option discussed later…you must send your actual name to Base OPS. This will not be transmitted to ATC. When using ICAO, use On File KNSE. Some military pilots are confused on this. If going to FAA, etc…use On File. If flight plan going to military base OPS…must have name as document serves as manifest.E-mailPersonal e-mail to receive ForeFlight generated flight plan and brief. Could also be SQDRN FDO e-mail address if desired.AddressPhonePersonal cell in case SAR calls.License #Now that you have reviewed the data, press File. ForeFlight will ask…Ready to file flight plan departing in 20 minutes? Use this question to verify filed departure time is correct. Select Yes, file. If everything was correct, you will get an acknowledgment from ATC. If not correct, ForeFlight should prompt you to the incorrect block. If you are having trouble you can’t solve, Flight Service should be able to see your flight plan and help you. Flight Service can also see that you pulled your WX brief!Filing tips and tricks:Procedures tab- This is an amazing feature that helps you select the best departure and arrival in and out of larger airports. It will also put the procedure filing code in your flight plan! This tab is found in the upper right side of the edit flight plan tab. When building the plan make it simple. Exmp: KNSE KRYYNext, select the Procedure tab. Select Arrival (6) into KRYY. You can now see how all 6 arrivals integrate with your route of flight. Select the appropriate arrival and add to flight plan. If the DIFFI 3 is chosen, the new flight plan edit line will be: KNSE LGC.DIFFI3 KRYY NOTE: Before fully deciding on a departure or arrivalview the actual procedure in the airports tab to verify theprocedure is not turbo-jets only or has speed requirements you cannot meet. Routes- The routes tab allows you to see what other aircraft have successfully filed. You can file the same if you wish. Remember, this may not be an FAA preferred route as found in the FAA Chart Supplement Airport Facility Directory. The full AFD for each region can be found by going to Documents, FAA, Chart Supplement (AFD).Filing a DD-1801 to Base OPS! Leaving a military airfield we are not allowed to file directly on ForeFlight. Now, thanks to a 3710 change and a new ForeFlight feature, you can file a DD-1801 directly to Base OPS via e-mail! DD-175’s are no longer in existence following promulgation of the Jan 2020 GP. When filing, select DD-1801 under form type. Review the flight plan as required. This is the Whiting Base OPS e-mail address: WHTG_NASWF_BASEOPS.fct@navy.milTurn the file electronically toggle OFF. Whiting Base OPS will enter the flight plan into the ATC system. In the future, the capability (3710.7 policy) to have ForeFlight file to the DD-1801 into ATC will be explored. Your name WILL NOT be transmitted to the FAA.Select file and sign the created .pdf. Select notify. Call Base OPS to verify receipt of the flight plan.IF YOU REVERT BACK TO ICAO FLIGHT PLAN, REMEMBER TO MAKE YOUR NAME “ON FILE”!See ForeFlight’s YouTube video “ForeFlight How-to: Military Flight Bag DD-1801 Filing.General tips and tricks:Watch ForeFlight instructional videos on YouTube.Document binders and plate binders. You can make binders of specific plates and documents in a single repository. Example: In plates, I have one binder titled “my plates” containing all applicable approaches into NSE and NDZ. I also have a Trip 1 binder for my plates at my en-route stops. When you add a plate to a binder, it only adds to the active binder you are viewing. So, if you want the plate to add to Trip 1, you must have been in the Trip 1 binder. Document binder is also helpful. Any time you import a document (e.g. CNATRA FTI), it will go into the imported documents. You could have tens of documents to search through. By making a binder entitled FTI, you can quickly find your FTI’s. You might also consider a binder called In Flight for everything you want to quickly reference in flight.Three finger swipe. This a swift way to change plates in a binder or when viewing all procedures at a given airport. If flying the MOB1 and planning to execute the VOR-A, RNAV 33, ILS 33, I would put these plate in my trip binder. You can re-arrange them in the order you intend to fly the sortie. When done with the VOR-A, use three fingers at the same time to swipe over to the next plate. Glide advisor. During aircraft profile set up, we put 12:1 in for glide ratio and 125 KIAS for glide speed. Access the options menu on the main screen with the gear icon. Toggle glide advisor on. Glide advisor shows you the area you could make based on your altitude and the terrain. On perfectly flat terrain, it will be a near circle. In mountainous terrain, the glide advisor will be shaped by the terrain height. Aeronautical chart. This chart view highlights airspace and enables information to be displayed by simply touching the chart. Think of aeronautical chart view as a smart chart. Sometimes aeronautical view seems cluttering. To access this view, click the overlay tab in the top left hand corner of the main chart display.Extended runway center lines. If an airport in in your route page, you can quickly display runway centerlines. Click on the airport, an info box will open, tap more, select runway. ForeFlight will depict the runway extended centerline w/a series of small white arrows. Airport diagrams. Aeronautical chart view must be selected to use this feature. At small airports without weather reporting such as Bay Minette, 1R8, tap the aerodrome icon on the chart, which will pull up a data box with a small airport diagram thumbnail. Tap the thumbnail, which will bring up a smaller diagram with the option to display full screen at the bottom right. This is useful to quickly determine the runways at a small field. At airports with weather reporting, you can do the same thing, but must first tap “Fullscreen,” which will bring up all information, then tap the thumbnail diagram in the upper right. The diagram can then be expanded to full screen. DOD IFR SUP in Airports. There is an easy way to view the DOD IFR SUP pages for a specific airport. First you must select “more” from the main screen, select Downloads, select DOD and turn on Taxi Diagrams and A/FD. Now you will be able to see the DOD IFR SUP page by selecting the main airport information screen, tap procedures, airport, and finally DOD A/FD. ADS-B In:ADS-B In devices are outstanding devices to help you get the most out of ForeFlight. Furthermore, they are cheap insurance greatly improving flight safety. These devices receive the FAA’s Traffic Information Service Broadcast (TIS-B) and Flight Information Service Broadcast (FIS-B) from ground based antennas throughout the U. S. When selecting a device, it must be ForeFlight compatible. Choose a device that is compact and can be secured easily not flying through the cockpit. The most popular devices are the Stratus 1 and 2, Scout (no longer made), Sentry, and Sentry mini. Some of these devices will provide back-up Attitude Heading Reference Systems (AHRS) unlocking ForeFlight’s synthetic vision feature. Some devices will also provide WAAS GPS positioning to your iPad. Any required external batteries are easily stowed in the map case. The most important feature of these devices is FIS-B giving you NEXRAD radar picture, NOTAMS, lightning strikes, and WX. WARNING: FIS-B provided radar is time late and notappropriate for making tactical WX decisions (e.g. shootinga narrow gap between a thunderstorm). It is used to makestrategic broad decisions as the WX radar picture can be over10 minutes late. Always check the radar time stamp in the top left corner of the map screen. If the time stamp is red, that datais too old for safe use. Note: TIS-B and FIS-B may not be available at lowaltitudes, especially east bound along the coast. There are nooffshore ADS-B in towers.Battery life:Don’t take-off without at least a 50% charge on your EKB without an external battery. Day light OPS will take more battery life than night OPS due to max screen brightness. Conserve your battery, when able, by putting the device in standby. If not using an ADS-B in device requiring Wi-Fi, place the EKB in airplane mode. It may also be good practice to turn off cell reception while using an ADS-B receiver. Always have a charging cable in your helmet bag and charge during stopovers. ................
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