Oct 6, 2014 · I have recently removed the E6B from my normal curriculum just because the Laser grade/PSI testing centers one have electronic ones on the testing software. For actually teaching I would recommend getting one of the study softwares that simulate the testing center so you can practice what they actually offer.

Nov 25, 2014 · I understood Sporty's electronic E6B was the only electronic E6B approved for use while taking the FAA written exam. Yes, Sporty's themselves sells software version of the same thing for use on the i-whatever. There are competing apps as well. None of those are approved for use on the test. So its either whiz wheel or Sporty's brick.

Feb 12, 2005 · The E6B is a bit tough to read, but the multi time zone capability is great when traveling. And it's ability to set itself off WWVB or the Japanese or German stations is quite handy, as well. It is now the time transfer standard in our house.

Dec 17, 2017 · The Pooley's CRP computers (dominant in the U.K.) are based on the E6B. There are several companies making copies of the CR. The "new" ASA E6B Circular Flight Computer, released in 2014, is not an E6B at all. It is a copy of the Jeppesen CR. I guess that ASA thought that the name "Circular E6B" would sell better.

Mar 17, 2024 · The E6B doesn't take THAT much more time than the electronic version, and the best way to learn to use it well is to get enough practice with it to be familiar. I wouldn't worry about time. If you use more than half the time you're given for the knowledge test, something's probably not going well.

Jun 22, 2015 · The OP was confused thinking that the E6B might be used to correct the TAS from the performance chart. I was telling him what the TAS function of the E6B does--It takes CAS, temperature, and pressure altitude and calculates TAS. He didn't ask how to calculate his ground speed inflight or any of the other things you interjected.

Jul 5, 2014 · For the occasional TAS/Wind calculation in flight I use an app (My E6B) on my iPhone. The fact that the GPS gives time and distance (and the JPI fuel info) to the destination as well as every fix on the airway obviates most of the need for other calculations.

Feb 7, 2021 · When I took my written, they carefully inspected my e6b and plotter. They wouldn't let me use my calculator because it has a memory function, and wouldn't let me use my mechanical pencil for fear I might be hiding something inside it. Had to take off my watch, and I think maybe the hooded sweatshirt I was wearing. It was ridiculous.

May 26, 2011 · Well, I've used the E6B precisely 0 times since my private pilot checkride. So I don't think you made a crutch for yourself. But Laurie gave me a really cool watch with one built-in, so I'm going to re-learn. Technology is changing. Not knowing how to use the electronic tools seems foolish to me.

Aug 14, 2020 · There's another possible reason to purchase an electronic E6-B - the practical test (for private pilot). Converting IAS to TAS or vice-versa is easiest done with an electronic version of some sort, even if it's just an iPhone app (which I recognize can't be used for the knowledge