Note that you will need an Apple Camera Connection Kit to connect your iPad Air 3 to the USB Audio Interface or a MIDI Controller. I recommend that you purchase the official Apple one instead of a cheaper 3rd party one as I have tried many in the past that don’t work for this setup. Some work and some don’t so you might get lucky, but personally I don’t think it’s worth the risk.
Also make sure you get the one with the lightning charging socket. Many Audio Interfaces and MIDI Controllers will need your iPad connected to power to work.