Compatibility

No. The first generation iPad Air does not support Apple Pencil - as it (any many other older models of iPad) lack the necessary screen hardware with which the Apple Pencil interacts.

Here is a link the the full compatibility list for Apple Pencil:

Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support

Hi Leanna,

It sounds like you are wondering if the first generation Apple Pencil will work with your iPad Air (1st generation).

Based on the information provided we think you'll find the following article helpful when referring to the Apple pencils compatibility information:

Apple Pencil

Specifically under the section titled "compatible with":

• iPad Air (3rd generation)
• iPad mini (5th generation)
• iPad (6th and 7th generation)
• iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st and 2nd generation)
• iPad Pro 10.5-inch
• iPad Pro 9.7-inch

I appreciate you reaching out to Apple Support Communities.

Cheers!