Not only does Stratus 3 deliver subscription-free weather, dual-band ADS-B traffic and WAAS GPS information to your flight app, the built-in AHRS technology also drives a very responsive pitch and bank instrument within the apps that support it. Essentially a “backup glass cockpit” on your iPad, this provides an excellent backup for emergency situations.
Open ADS-B Mode
Stratus 3 can be configured to work with other popular flight apps using the industry-standard GDL 90 protocol by enabling Open ADS-B Mode. > View app list.
Smart WiFi
Allows you to use 3G/4G LTE internet on your iPad while connected to Stratus 3.
Auto shut-off
To preserve battery, Stratus 3 automatically powers down after your flight by detecting when it’s idle or at less than a 3D GPS lock.
What’s New?
Open ADS-B Mode
Stratus 3 can be configured to work with other popular flight apps using the industry-standard GDL 90 protocol by enabling Open ADS-B Mode.
Smart WiFi
Allows you to use 3G/4G LTE internet on your iPad while connected to Stratus 3.
Auto shut-off
To preserve battery, Stratus 3 automatically powers down after flight by detecting when it’s idle or at less than a 3D GPS lock.
Will it receive new weather products?
Yes, Stratus 3 is enabled to receive the new ADS-B weather products that are expected to be coming soon from the FAA, which will include echo tops, lightning, icing forecast, turbulence forecast, Center Weather Advisories, and G-AIRMETs.
Will my current Stratus receive new weather products?
Yes, all previous models of Stratus receivers will be able to receive the new FIS-B products.
Will my current Stratus get updated with the GDL 90 protocol (Open ADS-B Mode)?
No, we’re in a partnership agreement that doesn’t allow us to update the firmware for previous Stratus models to include Open ADS-B Mode.