Having gone paperless in the UK back in August 2013, TAG Aviation has extended the use of iPad class one electronic flight bags to its Swiss operations.

“The paperless technology allows pilots to quickly access up-to-date information which simplifies pre-flight planning and ensures efficient in-flight operations,” says deputy postholder of flight operations Damien Chollet. “The iPad is a great tool for that, which everybody likes to work with.”

“This innovative approach underpins our commitment to industry-leading standards in flight operations, safety and environment.” In addition to a reduction in paper use and printing, TAG aims to achieve savings in fuel consumption by reducing the weight of each pilot's flight bag taken onboard. A flight bag of documents can weigh up to 20kg compared with an iPad weighing in at half a kilo.

The operator will now seek worldwide regulatory approval for its 130-strong fleet.