

If you would prefer greater resolution (2800 x 1752), I would recommend the Galaxy S7+ with its exceptionally crisp AMOLED display is the logical choice. The S7 has an 12.4″, 1600 x 2560 pixels display, and is available with 64GB or 128GB of internal storage. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE is a great pick for Garmin Pilot where a powerful processor is required to make sure everything runs quickly and smoothly. View on Amazon Best for Garmin Pilot: Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE As a student pilot, a model with 64Gb and just WiFi is sufficient, though upgrading to the Cellular option can be a smart idea as you progress beyond a student pilot license.ĭue to the iPad Mini’s compact size, I appreciated being able to hold it one-handed, which is another real plus. View on Amazon Best for Student Pilots: iPad Miniĭue to its smaller 8.3″ screen size, I found that the iPad Mini is ideal for student pilots as they typically learn in planes with small cockpits.Ħ4GB or 256GB models are available, as well as WiFi or WiFi + Cellular. If you haven’t got space in the cockpit for the 11-inch or 12.9-inch iPad Pro, the latest iPad Mini and iPad Air models can also be used and are recommended by ForeFlight. So you can activate moving map capabilities in ForeFlight, the Cellular + WiFi option is also preferred. In my experience, the best aviation tablet for ForeFlight is the iPad Pro.įoreflight themselves recommend this model due to its wonderfully crisp and clear Liquid Retina display, powerful chip, and at a minimum 128GB of storage space to store VFR sectionals, A/FD sheets, airport diagrams, IFR enroute charts, etc.
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4 of the Best Aviation Tablets for Pilots Best for Foreflight: iPad Pro

While I cover both in this article, if you’re specifically looking to buy an iPad for aviation, take a look at my guide to the best iPad for Pilots where I cover the most recommended models for student, private and professional pilots in more detail.
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While many pilots opt to buy an iPad for aviation purposes, others prefer Android tablets, especially because they offer better value for money.
