[xp84]

It seems like if there's a device important enough to warrant being in the cockpit, it ought to be secured semi-permanently to a purpose-built mount while the aircraft is in motion.

> take a pragmatic and balanced approach given the benefits of accessible electronics

A very solid ProClipUSA mount for an iPad can be had for under $200, so assuming a 3x multiplier for regulatory certification, I don't think that requirement would make anything less accessible. I hope that devices flopping about the cockpit like this is a practice that will be phased out.

[alistairSH]

One of the advantages of an EFB is its portability. The pilot can load/edit plans prior to boarding.

But, yeah, either kneeboard[1] or "RAM" mount should at least be standard practice if not required. And removing the EFB from the mount once airborne should not be standard or allowed.

1 - https://www.67d.com/cdn/shop/files/KneeboardwithiPad11Pro-22...