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CA.I.D.S5FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Skills

Use an electronic flight bag (EFB), if applicable.

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Use an electronic flight bag (EFB), if applicable.

Bottom line

Pilots may need to adjust the amount of information based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, the phase of flight, single pilot operation, autopilot availability, class of airspace, and the weather conditions encountered.

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 13 (p. 13-24) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. PHAK ch. 16 (p. 16-17) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. 14 CFR 91.21 (Portable electronic devices.) — eCFR current as of 2026-03-05
  4. AFH ch. 11 (p. 11-8) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  5. AIM 5-1-5 (Flight Plan - VFR Flights) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
  6. PHAK ch. 16 (p. 16-34) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  7. RMH Glossary — FAA-H-8083-2A
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