Flight Log
Your digital pilot logbook is the heart of your aviation record-keeping. Track every flight, manage your aircraft fleet, connect with crew members, and maintain comprehensive records that meet regulatory requirements.
Flight log overview showing statistics and recent flights
What You Can Do
The Flight Log module provides everything you need to maintain accurate, comprehensive flight records:Logbook
View and manage all your flight entries with powerful filtering, statistics, and calendar views. Track hours, approaches, and currency requirements.
Aircraft
Manage your aircraft fleet and simulators. Track registrations, specifications, and link flights to specific aircraft.
People
Maintain a directory of crew members, instructors, examiners, and passengers. Link people to flights and track roles.
Import
Import existing logbook data from other systems. Support for airline exports, other logbook apps, and custom formats.
Export
Generate professional logbook reports in PDF, CSV, or JSON formats. EASA and FAA-compliant exports available.
Getting Started
1
Add Your First Flight
Start logging flights immediately:
- Navigate to Flight Log → Logbook
- Click Add Entry or New Flight
- Fill in flight details (date, aircraft, route, times)
- Save your entry
2
Add Aircraft
Before logging flights, add the aircraft you fly:
- Go to Flight Log → Aircraft
- Click Add Aircraft or Add Simulator
- Enter registration and details
- Use automatic lookup if available
Aircraft can be added as you log flights, but adding them first makes data entry faster.
3
Import Existing Data
If you have existing logbook data:
- Go to Flight Log → Import
- Choose your import source
- Upload your file
- Review and confirm imported entries
Supported import sources include FlightLogger, Vereinsflieger, Luxair, and more. Check the Import page for current support.
4
Customize Your Statistics
Set up your logbook statistics:
- Go to Flight Log → Logbook
- Click the edit icon on the statistics card
- Add or remove counters
- Drag to reorder
- Choose time format (hours:minutes or decimal)
Statistics automatically update as you add flights. You can customize which metrics are displayed.
Key Features
Comprehensive Flight Logging
Log all the details that matter:- Basic Information - Date, time, aircraft, route
- Flight Times - Total time, PIC, SIC, dual received, instructor time, and more
- Flight Conditions - Day/night, VFR/IFR, weather
- Approaches - Instrument approaches with types and counts
- Crew - PIC, SIC, instructors, examiners, passengers
- Attachments - Photos, documents, signatures
- Custom Fields - Organization-specific fields
Powerful Statistics
Track your flying career with customizable statistics:- Total flight hours
- Time by aircraft type
- PIC, SIC, and dual received time
- Night, IFR, and cross-country time
- Approach counts and currency
- And 19+ other metrics
Advanced Filtering
Find exactly what you’re looking for:- Filter by date range, aircraft, airports, crew
- Filter by flight rules (VFR/IFR, day/night)
- Filter by approach types
- Text search across all fields
- Save filtered views
Calendar Integration
Visualize your flying activity:- Month, week, and day views
- Color-coded flights
- Click to view or edit
- Identify busy periods and patterns
Common Tasks
How do I log a flight?
How do I log a flight?
Go to Flight Log → Logbook → Add Entry. Fill in the flight details and save. The flight appears immediately in your logbook.
Can I import my existing logbook?
Can I import my existing logbook?
Yes! Go to Flight Log → Import to see supported import sources. We support FlightLogger, Vereinsflieger, Luxair, and more formats.
How do I export my logbook?
How do I export my logbook?
Go to Flight Log → Export. Choose your format (PDF, CSV, or JSON) and time range. PDF exports are available in EASA and FAA formats.
Can I track simulator time?
Can I track simulator time?
Yes! Add simulators in Flight Log → Aircraft and log simulator sessions just like regular flights. Simulator time is tracked separately but included in totals.
How do I track currency requirements?
How do I track currency requirements?
Use filters to check your currency. For example, filter by “Last 90 days” and “IFR approaches” to see your instrument currency status.
Best Practices
1
Log Flights Promptly
Add flights as soon as possible after each flight. This ensures accuracy and prevents forgetting important details.
2
Use Consistent Aircraft Names
When adding aircraft, use consistent naming. The automatic lookup feature helps ensure consistency.
3
Add Crew Members
Add instructors, examiners, and frequent crew members to your People directory. This makes logging faster and more accurate.
4
Review Regularly
Periodically review your logbook for accuracy. Use filters to check specific time periods or aircraft.
5
Export Regularly
Export your logbook regularly as a backup. PDF exports are perfect for checkrides and job applications.