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How to Use ForeFlight Performance Plus | For Flight Instructors and Advanced Planning

Outline:

  1. What is Performance Plus in ForeFlight?

    • Subscription Level:

      • Performance Plus is the top-tier subscription of ForeFlight.

      • Offers 1/3 off for SAFE or NAFI members.

      • Links: SAFE, NAFI

  2. System Prep and Software Updates

    • Device Compatibility: Works on iPad and iPhone (iOS).

    • Update Process:

      • Ensure iOS and ForeFlight app are up to date via device settings and App Store.

      • Use the badge icon on ForeFlight to identify pending updates.

      • Select More > Updates > Download inside the app.

  3. Instructional Uses of ForeFlight

    • Profile View Teaching:

      • Visually demonstrate airspace, cloud layers, icing, and turbulence.

      • Enhance understanding of weather risks using built-in overlays.

    • Documents Integration:

      • Use ForeFlight Documents tab to store lesson briefs and FAA handbooks.

      • Supports Dropbox, iCloud, Drive, and more.

      • Sync content using ForeFlight Web to auto-populate iPads.

    • Virtual Whiteboard:

      • Use any blank PDF page with Apple Pencil to create dynamic, real-time lesson visuals.

  4. Advanced Flight Planning Tools

    • 3D Route Visualization:

      • Use 3D view to simulate flight plans.

      • Show students the relationship between terrain, weather, and airspace along the route.

    • Surface Analysis Layer:

      • Display global weather conditions, wind speeds, and patterns using the altitude slider bar.

    • Special Use Airspace (SUA):

      • Visualize restricted areas and airspace usage.

      • Teach real-time airspace navigation.

  5. Advanced Flight Planning Tools

    • 3D Route Visualization:

      • Use 3D view to simulate flight plans.

      • Show students the relationship between terrain, weather, and airspace along the route.

    • Surface Analysis Layer:

      • Display global weather conditions, wind speeds, and patterns using the altitude slider bar.

    • Special Use Airspace (SUA):

      • Visualize restricted areas and airspace usage.

      • Teach real-time airspace navigation.

  6. Useful Add-Ons and Resources

    • Teach Brief-Fly:

      • Visual preflight briefing system integrated with ForeFlight.

      • Teach Brief-Fly

    • CFI Smart Study Pro:

      • Every knowledge and risk management element explained via audio, video, and PDF.

      • Smart Study Pro

    • Full Training Programs:

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