Peter, the 6 inch arm is basically horizontal and rest on the glare shield. I covered it in Velcro to cushion it from vibration. The new short arm lowers the IPad a few inches. I am flying with the new short arm for the first time today. I'll try to remember to get a picture of it mounted. If I decide I want it even lower, there is a 3 inch arm available I will order to replace the 2 inch arm.