VFR Kneeboard Placard by Sporty's (7 1/4 in. x 5 1/2 in.)
Rated 4.47826086957/5
based on 23 customer reviews
Product description:
These unique placards can be added to any kneeboard, flight desk or yoke board to update it with important IFR or VFR information. Just peel off backing and stick on! Both the VFR and IFR placard feature light gun signals, ICAO alphabet, flight plan sequence, special equipment suffixes, transponder codes, engine failure checklist and cruising altitudes. IFR placard also includes position report format and mandatory reporting points. VFR placard adds basic VFR weather minimums. Each placard (IFR or VFR) is available in two convenient sizes—or cut with heavy scissors to fit odd-sized desks, kneeboards, clipboards, etc. Available exclusively from Sporty's®.
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VFR Kneeboard Placard by Sporty's (7 1/4 in. x 5 1/2 in.)
These unique placards can be added to any kneeboard, flight desk or yoke board to update it with important IFR or VFR information. Just peel off backing and stick on! Both the VFR and IFR placard feature light gun signals, ICAO alphabet, flight plan sequence, special equipment suffixes, transponder codes, engine failure checklist and cruising altitudes. IFR placard also includes position report format and mandatory reporting points. VFR placard adds basic VFR weather minimums. Each placard (IFR or VFR) is available in two convenient sizes—or cut with heavy scissors to fit odd-sized desks, kneeboards, clipboards, etc. Available exclusively from Sporty's®.
Overall Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Works as well as a sticker can work
Pros
It sticks and stays suck. Easy to use. Helpful.
Cons
Easly wrinkles/de-shapes when shipped in poor packaging.
General Comments
Overall this VFR kneeboard placard is pretty much exactly what it needs to be. It's applied easily and quickly and stays attached. It's not made of paper and if unabused will probably last a great while.
You take it out of the package, stick it on, and you never need to worry about it again after that.
The only potential issue with this product is that it is easily bent/wrinkled when shipped with improper packaging. I received mine in a bubble wrap envelope and it was slightly wrinkled and didn't go on perfectly. However, the issue is strictly cosmetic and wasn't a deal-breaker.
Overall I would recommend this product to anyone who needs an information placard on their kneeboard. The information is relevant and displayed logically. It's easy to attach and stays attached.
This chart has all the required info for safely planning a VFR flight. Easy to apply, lightweight, and the adhesive seems to adhere well. [Surface preparation should be included]
Cons
It is an odd size, if it was larger, it may be more easily read in low light conditions. Something closer to a clipboard size might be appropriate. The corners, cut at a sharp 90 degrees tend to pull up and are prone to catching papers. A round die-cut corner might be less likely to catch things.
General Comments
Just what I wanted for the application.
Date - 4-16-2010
Pilot Rating - Student
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
Durable- Easy to read
Cons
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Date - 4-29-2009
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
I keep them in my car to study from, while my wife is shopping. Great Item.
Cons
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Date - 3-11-2009
Pilot Rating - Student
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
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Date - 12-4-2008
Pilot Rating - Student
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
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Date - 11-19-2008
Pilot Rating - Student
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
Perfect size for my homemade kneeboard.
Cons
Easily wrinkled metal foil. Should be shipped packed between 2 pieces of heavy cardboard to prevent damage or wrinkling during transit.
General Comments
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Date - 7-5-2008
Pilot Rating - Student
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
Good information right at your fingertips
Cons
Could have been shipped between two pieces of thin cardboard to eliminate bent edges. But I just burnished down the edges on the kneeboard and everything worked just fine.
General Comments
If you want to make your own kneeboard then this info fits the bill.
Date - 6-21-2008
Pilot Rating - Private
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
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Date - 6-12-2008
Pilot Rating - Instrument
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
Bold and Easy to read and use.
Cons
Can't think of any
General Comments
I like the way I can place this on the back of My I.F.R. clip board, and flip it back and forth depending on my flying condition.
Date - 5-14-2008
Pilot Rating - Student
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
Just what I was looking for - attached it to my customized - compartmented legboard for quick reference (just like the 'store-bought one - but my home-made one works a lot better)
Cons
A bit pricy
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Date - 4-9-2008
Pilot Rating - Private
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
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Date - 3-27-2008
Pilot Rating - Private
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
Fits my knee board perfectly. All the good info you need.
Cons
Ripped when I put in on my kneeboard, so it is kinda flimsy. It did all lay out nicely after I got it stuck there though.
General Comments
Good for creating your own kneeboard.
Date - 2-27-2008
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
Useful information in concise format.
Cons
Size - does not fit on more narrow kneeboards; i.e. military spec kneeboard. I could use it if it was a 1/2 in shorter.
General Comments
Check the size of the kneeboard you are purchasing prior to buying.
Date - 2-21-2008
Pilot Rating - Commercial
Overall Durability Reliability Value Usability Expected
Recommended Yes
Pros
It's easy to use and the information is really helpful.
Cons
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