Pilot iPad mini 6/7 kneeboard w/ 40mm strap slot

Pilot iPad Mini 6/7 Kneeboard

This is a 3D-printable kneeboard designed specifically for the iPad Mini 6 and 7, giving pilots a rugged and stable way to mount their EFB on the thigh during flight. The design balances low weight with strength and cockpit comfort.

Model Details

• Dimensions: 199.5 × 151.7 × 28.3 mm
• Volume: ≈ 118 cm³ (≈ 118 mL of filament)
• Surface Area: ≈ 720 cm²
• Triangles: 6,538 (clean mesh, watertight and manifold)
• Strap Slot: 40 mm wide, suitable for standard elastic or hook-and-loop straps (not included :))

Design Features

• Contoured tray securely fits iPad Mini 6/7
• iPad Mini will be difficult to put in at first but it will fit - very secure
• Forward rake for better screen visibility and reduced glare
• Smooth chamfers and rounded corners for comfort in tight cockpits
• Cable clearance left and right for charging or headset cords
• All ports, switches, speakers and wireless charge for Pencil accessible
• Reinforced underside contoured ribs to add stiffness without extra bulk
• Back ribs are contoured to reduce side to side movement

Print Recommendations

• Orientation: Standing as in the 3MF file with minimal supports already in place
• Supports: Minimal (set already in 3MF)
• Layer height: 0.2 mm standard (0.28 mm draft works fine)
• Infill: 15 – 25 % gyroid or Adaptive Cubic (default in 3MF)
• Material: PETG or ASA for cabin heat resistance; PLA acceptable for cooler conditions
• Nozzle: 0.4

Assembly

Feed a 40 mm strap through the slot to secure around the thigh. A thin layer of foam or non-slip tape on the underside can add grip and comfort. Such as this from Amazon.

Download Includes

• 1 × STL file (iPad Mini 6/7 kneeboard) ready for slicing and printing
• .step file if you need to make any adjustment (Wider strap slot etc.)
• 3MF file set to print on any Bambu Lab printer perfectly