Originally Posted by
Dorfman
I would guess we won't switch right away. I talked with the guy running the program and my understanding after that conversation was these were leased tablets. I would guess that if the RT platform is not working and Pro is a better alternative we will switch at some point after.
He also laid out the case for MS vs. Apple it was a list of 5 or 6 reason however the main reason was MS being are number one business travel customer. Personally I have zero issue with that as a deciding factor.
I have no problem with the device other than it won't run the PBS Navtech desktop bidding software--something I actually use. (needs the .NET framework of Windows). Aside from that issue, which I don't see Navtech ever fixing, it's a nice device.
Now, what we actually end up using it for, and more likely what we don't use it for, I have an issue with. They are full of excuses why they can't do this or that, and some vague hope of a later release with more functionality. Well, I'm not holding my breath. I think we'll end up with an expensive PDF reader, and not much more. Which is fine... just don't put out memos promising 'the new generation' of tech or something to that effect when really it's just a PDF reader. I already have an Ipad for that.
Global cellular data push via cell or aircraft wifi----
real time scheduling and hotel info with FAR 117 limits and alerts built in.
real time security threat info
real time weather
real time takeoff and landing data, gate info, holdout updates, ground power/air availability
real time position and chart info (moving map)
ability to run bidding software of some kind
ability to write, save and submit FCRs and ASRs with push button ease.
chat app for tech support, CPSC, tech ops, dispatch, ACS needs.
crew meal requests
This is what we need out on the line to make our lives easier. I doubt we'll ever see any of it.