JetBlue today announced it has begun introducing the new iPad Pro powered by Apple’s M1 chip to the airline’s pilots.
JetBlue was one of the first domestic airlines to use digital documentation in the cockpit, and continues to be a leader in the industry bringing innovative tools into operation. The new iPad Pro keeps JetBlue pilots on the cutting edge of technology and provides safety-critical functions for all JetBlue crewmembers. iPad has become an essential tool on board – from loading operational tracking apps, hosting system maintenance checks, checking real-time weather patterns to avoid turbulence, and accessing procedures and manuals.
JetBlue first received Federal Aviation Administration approval to give iPads to all pilots in 2013, which enabled more real-time capabilities in the cockpit. Since then, the airline continues to trust iPad to provide everything pilots need at the touch of their fingertips, even at 35,000 feet in the air.
iPad Pro is the right fit for the cockpit, with its thin, light design and large, bright Liquid Retina display. The new iPad Pro features the industry-leading M1 chip, which offers next-level performance when pilots are running more than a dozen apps throughout the duration of the flight. iPad Pro’s fast 5G capabilities delivers better performance and access to next-generation download and upload speeds.
“Not only will the new iPad Pro with M1 take our pilots to the next level of advanced technology, but also future-proof JetBlue with top-of-the-line hardware for years to come,” said Captain Chuck Cook, director communications, navigation, surveillance and technical programs, in a statement.
In the coming months, JetBlue will provide iPad Pro to new incoming pilots, and will replace older models in use over time.
MacDailyNews Take: Congratulations, JetBlue pilots!
““Not only will the new iPad Pro with M1 take our pilots to the next level of advanced technology, but also future-proof JetBlue with top-of-the-line hardware for years to come,” said Captain Chuck Cook, director communications, navigation, surveillance and technical programs, in a statement.”
‘surveillance’??? WTF! What does an airline captain need to surveil? Better yet, WHO does an airline captain need to surveil? Surely not some unsuspecting Muslim with a backpack? That would be zenophobic of them. Maybe evil “Red Hatters’. They get to be easily defined by the identity politics of the systemic stupidity of this nation.
They need to surveil the conditions affecting flight safety, like the weather, the taxiway layout, and whether the destination airport is open. Unfortunately, an iPad will not help them identify conspiracy theorists with raging paranoia.
That’s his executive job title, not flying operations. More of a top IT position. Surveillance may be related to hacking protection.
Nice…… Now you can join the other idiots in the stupid club. How about observing a drunk or violent passenger in the cabin without having to open your cockpit door which would enable one or more to take over the plane?