This David Yanofsky needs to get a life. The iPad for example is approved for use as a Class 1 EFB (ELECTRONIC FLIGHT BAG). So, there is no problem using an iPad or even some similar device in the cockpit. http://www.faa.gov/other_visit/aviation_industry/airline_ope...

Also, this is a perfect example of why the FAA was and is foolish to insist upon banning the use of electronic devices for spurious and dishonest reasons (as they have done).