March 23, 2012

Jeppesen Completes Successful Rapid Decompression Test on iPad (3rd Generation)

Successful test proves integrity of iPad (3rd generation) in the unlikely event of sudden cabin pressure loss

Englewood, Colo. | 23 Mar 2012 | By Jeppesen

Jeppesen, a unit of Boeing Flight Services, has completed a successful rapid decompression test of an iPad (3rd generation), proving its integrity in the unlikely event of sudden cabin pressure loss. The successful test was completed to an altitude of 51,000 feet and is part of the program used by operators to obtain FAA authorization for in-flight use of Jeppesen’s industry-leading mobile app solutions on iPad.

To view a video that discusses electronic flight bag (EFB) hardware qualification and shows the rapid decompression test, please visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvQAUyMBeiY. Jeppesen completed similar tests of a representative iPad and iPad 2 when each tablet was introduced to the market by Apple. No anomalies were detected during testing of any of the three iPad models.

The Jeppesen Mobile FliteDeck app for consumer use is available for download at no additional charge for Jeppesen digital data subscribers through the App Store on iPad or at www.itunes.com/appstore/. To use the app, customers need a JeppView or Express JeppView subscription. For details on enterprise use, please contact Jeppesen.

For more information on Jeppesen’s leading mobile aviation solutions, please visit www.jeppesen.com/mobile

About Jeppesen
For more than 75 years Jeppesen has made it possible for pilots and their passengers to safely and efficiently reach their destinations. Today this pioneering spirit continues as Jeppesen delivers transformational information and optimization solutions to improve the efficiency of air, sea and rail operations around the globe. Jeppesen is a subsidiary of The Boeing Company. Jeppesen corporate information is available online at www.jeppesen.com.

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