Overview
The Community feature provides four main sections, each accessible through tabs at the top of the community page:- Flights - Browse flights shared by other pilots in the community
- Social - Follow pilots, view their activity, and see a personalized feed
- Global - Explore community-wide statistics and analytics
- Rankings - View leaderboards for total hours, flights, and landings
Community features are available for both pilots and skydivers. The interface adapts based on your account type, showing flights for pilots and jump logs for skydivers.
Flights
The Flights tab displays all flights shared by other community members. You can browse, filter, and interact with flights from pilots around the world.Features
- Browse Community Flights - View flights shared by other pilots (your own flights are automatically filtered out)
- Advanced Filtering - Filter by date range, aircraft type, organization, and search queries
- Flight Details - Click on any flight to view detailed information including route, duration, and aircraft details
- Like and Comment - Engage with community members by liking flights and leaving comments
- Infinite Scroll - Automatically load more flights as you scroll down
Using Filters
The unified filter bar allows you to narrow down flights:- Time Filter - Select predefined ranges (All Time, Current Month, Last 28 Days, etc.) or choose a custom date range
- Aircraft Filter - Filter by specific aircraft types or manufacturers
- Organization Filter - View flights from specific organizations or clubs
- Search - Search for flights by pilot name, aircraft registration, or route
Social
The Social tab provides a personalized feed of flights from pilots you follow, along with tools to discover and connect with other aviators.Features
- Following Feed - See flights from pilots you follow in a dedicated feed
- Follow/Unfollow - Follow interesting pilots to see their flights in your social feed
- Pilot Suggestions - Discover new pilots to follow based on your activity
- Following Statistics - View your social stats including followers, following count, and weekly activity
- Pilot Profiles - Click on any pilot to view their profile and flight history
Following Pilots
To follow a pilot:- Navigate to the Social tab
- Browse the pilot suggestions section or search for a specific pilot
- Click the “Follow” button next to their name
- Their flights will now appear in your following feed
Social Feed
Your social feed shows flights from pilots you follow, sorted by date. The feed updates automatically and includes:- Recent flights from followed pilots
- Activity indicators showing when pilots were last active
- Quick access to view pilot profiles
- Like and comment functionality
Global
The Global tab provides comprehensive statistics and analytics about the entire PilotFlows community.Statistics Overview
View key community metrics at a glance:- Total Flights - Total number of flights logged by the community
- Total Hours - Combined flight time across all pilots
- Active Pilots - Number of pilots actively sharing their flights
- Aircraft Types - Count of unique aircraft types in the community
Analytics Charts
The Global page includes visual analytics:- Monthly Activity Chart - Bar chart showing flight activity over the last 12 months
- Aircraft Distribution - Pie chart displaying the most popular aircraft types
- This Month Stats - Current month’s flight count and total hours
- Average Flight Time - Mean flight duration across the community
- Most Popular Aircraft - The aircraft type with the most flights logged
Comparison Stats
Compare your own statistics against community averages:- See how your flight hours compare to the community average
- View your ranking relative to other pilots
- Understand your activity level in context
Rankings
The Rankings tab displays leaderboards showing top pilots across different metrics. Compete with the community and see where you rank.Ranking Categories
Rankings are organized into three categories:- Total Hours - Pilots ranked by cumulative flight hours
- Total Flights - Pilots ranked by number of flights logged
- Total Landings - Pilots ranked by total landings completed
Viewing Rankings
Each ranking category displays:- Top 3 Podium - Visual display of the top three pilots with medals
- Full Leaderboard - Complete table showing top 100 pilots
- Pilot Profiles - Click any pilot to view their detailed profile
- Filtered Rankings - Apply filters to see rankings for specific time periods, aircraft types, or organizations
Ranking Filters
Customize rankings using the same filter options:- Filter by time period to see historical or current rankings
- Filter by aircraft type to see rankings for specific aircraft categories
- Filter by organization to see rankings within your club or organization
- Search for specific pilots to find their ranking
Rankings only include pilots who have enabled logbook sharing. Pilots with sharing set to “None” will not appear in rankings.
Logbook Sharing
Control who can see your flights in the community by adjusting your logbook sharing settings.Sharing Levels
You can choose from four sharing levels:- None - Your flights are completely private and won’t appear in community features
- Anonymous - Your flights appear but your name is hidden
- First Name - Your flights appear with only your first name visible
- Full Name - Your flights appear with your complete name
Privacy Considerations
To adjust your sharing settings:- Navigate to Settings
- Go to Privacy & Sharing
- Select your preferred logbook sharing level
- Changes take effect immediately
Best Practices
Engaging with the Community
- Share Your Flights - Enable logbook sharing to contribute to the community
- Follow Interesting Pilots - Build your network by following pilots with similar interests
- Use Filters Effectively - Narrow down content to find what’s most relevant to you
- Respect Privacy - Remember that pilots control their own sharing preferences
Getting the Most Value
- Explore Global Stats - Use the Global tab to understand aviation trends
- Check Rankings Regularly - See how you compare and stay motivated
- Follow Local Pilots - Use organization filters to connect with your local aviation community
- Use Social Features - Build connections by following and engaging with other pilots
Troubleshooting
Flights Not Appearing
If flights aren’t showing up in the community:- Verify your logbook sharing level is not set to “None”
- Check that you have flights logged in your logbook
- Ensure your account is properly activated
Can’t See Other Pilots’ Flights
If you can’t see flights from other pilots:- They may have sharing set to “None”
- Try adjusting your filters - they might be too restrictive
- Check your internet connection
Rankings Not Updating
Rankings are cached for performance:- Rankings update automatically but may take a few minutes
- Try refreshing the page if rankings seem outdated
- Rankings are calculated based on pilots with sharing enabled