JetBlue Brings iPad Pro On Board for Pilots Starting This Summer
July 13 2021 - 9:00AM
Business Wire
The power of Apple’s M1 chip and 5G
connectivity brings new capabilities to the cockpit
JetBlue (Nasdaq:JBLU) 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 the coming months, JetBlue will provide iPad Pro to new
incoming pilots, and will replace older models in use over
time.
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Airline®, and a leading carrier in Boston, Fort
Lauderdale-Hollywood, Los Angeles, Orlando and San Juan. JetBlue
carries customers across the U.S., Caribbean and Latin America. For
more information, visit jetblue.com.
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