Real-world situations pilots encounter with Stratux.
Stratux works with any aircraft — it’s portable. Carry it between planes.
Tip: Create a laminated quick-start card for students: - Connect to “stratux” WiFi - Password: [your password] - Open ForeFlight, verify connection
At $200-400 per unit, flight schools can equip every aircraft for the price of one commercial unit.
Students learn ADS-B concepts hands-on. Understanding weather sources, traffic, and EFB integration is valuable.
Stratux continues working as long as powered. No need to “reconnect” at each stop — just keep WiFi connected.
Many IFR pilots fly in visual conditions but file IFR for services. Stratux provides: - Traffic awareness beyond ATC calls - Weather overview for strategic decisions - Backup position/attitude reference
Remember: Stratux is supplemental. Fly your certified instruments.
FIS-B ground stations don’t cover remote areas. Expect: - Reduced or no weather at low altitudes - Direct 1090 MHz traffic still works - GPS and AHRS unaffected
Terrain can block 978 MHz signals. You may have weather at altitude but lose it descending into valleys.
Stratux doesn’t require installation. Suction mount to window, plug in power, fly.
If you always use the same Stratux + iPad, your configuration follows you to any aircraft.
ADS-B shows nearby aircraft positions. Useful for: - Verifying wingman position - Rejoining after separation - Traffic deconfliction
Note: Update rates may not be fast enough for close formation. Use visual reference and radio.
Limited ADS-B reception on the ramp. Don’t rely on traffic display until airborne.
Traffic works well for pattern awareness — seeing who’s on downwind, base, final.
Stratux stays connected through multiple patterns. No need to reconfigure.
| Battery | Approximate Runtime |
|---|---|
| 6,000 mAh | ~4 hours |
| 10,000 mAh | ~6-8 hours |
| 20,000 mAh | ~12+ hours |
| Aircraft USB | Unlimited |
For long flights, use aircraft power or carry a spare battery.
On long flights, watch weather evolve: - NEXRAD updates every ~5 minutes - METARs update hourly (or special) - Plan diversions early
Stratux provides situational awareness when you can’t see as far: - Traffic positions even in darkness - Weather awareness - Moving map reduces navigation workload
Limited ground infrastructure means:
Many Alaska pilots use Stratux as affordable portable ADS-B, understanding limitations.
Use Stratux Europe Edition for FLARM compatibility: - github.com/b3nn0/stratux
Standard Stratux works. No FLARM needed.
Works with Open Glider Network (OGN) for traffic sharing among glider pilots.
Same installation as fixed-wing. Considerations: - Vibration can loosen USB connections - Magnetic compass interference from rotors - Works fine for traffic and weather
Stratux is especially valuable in aircraft without modern avionics: - No panel modifications required - Portable between aircraft - Affordable traffic and weather
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