B737 Undifferentiated or Other Model
Flight Crew Air Transport Pilot (ATP)
Flight Crew Type 1178
Human-Machine Interface; Distraction
Aircraft Equipment Problem Less Severe
Flight Crew Overcame Equipment Problem
Company Policy; Human Factors
Recently we upgraded all of our B-737s with new Ipad holders for ground and flight operations.  Upon first review; the Ipad holder seems to be an improvement on the previous suction cup design.  However after having flown multiple segments with the new IPad holder; it is a bit of a safety concern.  The holder drops down several inches below the clipboard/window line.  The creates an impediment to my ability to move my arm while taxing the aircraft.  It has also on several occasions; bumped my elbow and forearm while I am performing crosswind landings.While the holder has some good points; modifications are needed to this holder to ensure in does not impede my ability to taxi the aircraft and perform crosswind landings.
A Boeing 737 Captain reported an anomaly with recently installed cockpit holders for the iPad. He stated that the mount tends to drop down which can impede arm movement; especially when taxiing or performing crosswind landings; and needs to be modified.