iFly EFB

iFly GPS for phones/tablets has been renamed to 'iFly EFB', where all new development efforts will be focused. The hardware versions of iFly (e.g. 740-B) will continue to be supported as 'iFly GPS', and will remain as useful as ever, but the new versions of 'iFly EFB' will not be compatible with these hardware devices.



This name change to 'iFly EFB' marks the beginning of an exciting new development plan, as we're able to make use of more recent device technology advancements. This name change does *not* affect core functionality or user experience. In the next few releases, we will be incorporating many of the improvements and features that were developed with the beta iFly EFB project over the last couple years.


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Also in this release is the long-awaited 'Weight & Balance' feature:



- To configure your Wt/Bal profile:
Menu-> Setup-> Select Aircraft-> Edit-> Weight/Balance



- To calculate your Weight/Balance:
Flight Plan-> More Options-> Weight/Balance



- Look for a full video tutorial on our website soon





Additional changes in this release:
- Added 'Alias' to support different profile settings for the same aircraft
- Fixed Flight plan sharing with iOS 14
- Fixes to Flight Plan Filing, for Special Equipment/PBN data, and Departure Time.
- A few miscellaneous code fixes.

iFly GPS for phones/tablets has been renamed to 'iFly EFB', where all new development efforts will be focused. The hardware versions of iFly (e.g. 740-B) will continue to be supported as 'iFly GPS', and will remain as useful as ever, but the new versions of 'iFly EFB' will not be compatible with these hardware devices.



This name change to 'iFly EFB' marks the beginning of an exciting new development plan, as we're able to make use of more recent device technology advancements. This name change does *not* affect core functionality or user experience. In the next few releases, we will be incorporating many of the improvements and features that were developed with the beta iFly EFB project over the last couple years.


Register for our newsletter to stay on top of the exciting changes at www.iFlyEFB.com.


Also in this release is the long-awaited 'Weight & Balance' feature:



- To configure your Wt/Bal profile:
Menu-> Setup-> Select Aircraft-> Edit-> Weight/Balance



- To calculate your Weight/Balance:
Flight Plan-> More Options-> Weight/Balance



- Look for a full video tutorial on our website soon





Additional changes in this release:
- Added 'Alias' to support different profile settings for the same aircraft
- Fixed Flight plan sharing with iOS 14
- Fixes to Flight Plan Filing, for Special Equipment/PBN data, and Departure Time.
- A few miscellaneous code fixes.

Patch Release to fix "Flight Trail Export" feature.

iOS Patch Fix:
1. Fix for iPhone 13 and iPad 6. These newest devices exhibited a few lockups that have now been fixed.
2. Fixed issue with not being able to edit Aircraft's "Special Equipment" on some iOS devices.

- Improved Fuel Price data.
- Improved support for Stratus III, forcing it into "open" mode.
- Upgraded security protocol.
- Improved data source for IFR Procedures/Plates.

1. Added support for improved Fuel Prices data.
2. Various minor bug/stability fixes.

- Fixes critical issues for iPhone 12/13's with iOS 15.x.
- Allows attachment of Log files to Bug Reports, and to allow the exporting of Flight Trails.
- Also added support for *.FPL cross-application flight plan format.
- Stability fixes for InApp Purchasing.

This is a patch release with a few small fixes.
1. Fixed turn anticipation.
2. Color code fix for the flight plan form.
3. Reset ADSB communications more quickly if issue is detected.

- Adds ability to File Multiple Flight Plans with Leidos Flight Service.
- Fixes some Sketch bugs that occurs for some users.
- Fixed potential startup bug where it could lock you out until connected to internet.
- Add additional instruments that can be fed by iLevil products
:Magnetic Heading
:Airspeed (Indicated)
:G-Load
:Slip
- Improved Time-To-Turn countdown logic
- Added improved auto-pilot turn anticipation
- Cross Track Error instrument now properly tracks a 2 minute turn arc
- Ability to send NMEA data to iLevil products
- Integration with iFlightPlanner.com to download flight plans.
- VerticalSpeed Calculation fixed for those with Pressure Altitude enabled.
- Fixes potential lock-out issue that could have occurred when offline (at your plane).
- Relieve memory strain caused by loading of Briefing imagery.

- Adds ability to File Multiple Flight Plans with Leidos Flight Service.
- Fixes some Sketch bugs that occurs for some users.
- Fixed potential startup bug where it could lock you out until connected to internet.
- Add additional instruments that can be fed by iLevil products
:Magnetic Heading
:Airspeed (Indicated)
:G-Load
:Slip
- Improved Time-To-Turn countdown logic
- Added improved auto-pilot turn anticipation
- Cross Track Error instrument now properly tracks a 2 minute turn arc
- Ability to send NMEA data to iLevil products
- Integration with iFlightPlanner.com to download flight plans.
- VerticalSpeed Calculation fixed for those with Pressure Altitude enabled.
- Fixes potential lock-out issue that could have occurred when offline (at your plane).
- Relieve memory strain caused by loading of Briefing imagery.

- Improved experience for first time users: Faster downloads, online data streaming
- Support for X-Plane simulator
- New Simulation Modes: Fly flight plan, replay flight, and more
- Current airport NOTAMs automatically included for all airports
- Easier access to Nearest FSS and Nearest ATC
- Support importing flight plans from AOPA, SkyVector, and more
- Included ADSB Lightning support
- Support for exporting Flight Trails to MyFlightBook
- First release of the patent pending "Real Plan" capability for automatic VFR Flight Planning

- Improved experience for first time users: Faster downloads, online data streaming
- Support for X-Plane simulator
- New Simulation Modes: Fly flight plan, replay flight, and more
- Current airport NOTAMs automatically included for all airports
- Easier access to Nearest FSS and Nearest ATC
- Support importing flight plans from AOPA, SkyVector, and more
- Included ADSB Lightning support
- Support for exporting Flight Trails to MyFlightBook
- First release of the patent pending "Real Plan" capability for automatic VFR Flight Planning

Priority fixes for a few bugs identified in previous release.

- Sketch Pads: Quick access for notes, clearances, etc.
- Sketch on Map: Highlight areas, add instruction or make personal notes on any map, any scale
- Sketching on Plates: Take notes or draw taxi plan right onto individual plates & diagrams
- Added support for Stratus III
- Integrated with Dynon SkyView: ADSB, AHRS, Flight Plan Sharing
- Added “Bearing Final” instrument
- Runway Wind summary and recommendation
- Improved Flight Plan form layout, including cumulative values
- Added “Fuel Stop” setting per landing, to control resetting fuel counter
- Added AOA (Angle of Attack) gauge, for supported devices (such as the B.O.M.)
- Added “Require Fly Over” setting per waypoint
- Additional support for displaying Indicated Altitude
- Now 2D map rotates with EFIS view in TrackUp mode. (better visual result)
- Numerous small bug fixes and enhancements

- Sketch Pads: Quick access for notes, clearances, etc.
- Sketch on Map: Highlight areas, add instruction or make personal notes on any map, any scale
- Sketching on Plates: Take notes or draw taxi plan right onto individual plates & diagrams
- Added support for Stratus III
- Integrated with Dynon SkyView: ADSB, AHRS, Flight Plan Sharing
- Added “Bearing Final” instrument
- Runway Wind summary and recommendation
- Improved Flight Plan form layout, including cumulative values
- Added “Fuel Stop” setting per landing, to control resetting fuel counter
- Added AOA (Angle of Attack) gauge, for supported devices (such as the B.O.M.)
- Added “Require Fly Over” setting per waypoint
- Additional support for displaying Indicated Altitude
- Now 2D map rotates with EFIS view in TrackUp mode. (better visual result)
- Numerous small bug fixes and enhancements

- Added EFIS/Synthetic Vision View: Touch Map Mode -> EFIS to enable (not supported on some platforms)
- Higher Terrain Resolution: Enhanced the visual display of terrain highlights and vertical profile
- Advanced Custom Waypoints (additional group, size, color, and icon options)
- Alternate Flight Plans: Enables you to load "Alternate" flight plans
- Highlighting of Filed Plan Status
- Target Altitude instrument can now "snap to current Altitude" while in flight
- Added support for Custom Raster Layers for corporate / fleet accounts (contact Adventure Pilot to discuss this option)
- Additional route line color options
- Numerous other fixes and enhancements

- Added EFIS/Synthetic Vision View: Touch Map Mode -> EFIS to enable (not supported on some platforms)
- Higher Terrain Resolution: Enhanced the visual display of terrain highlights and vertical profile
- Advanced Custom Waypoints (additional group, size, color, and icon options)
- Alternate Flight Plans: Enables you to load "Alternate" flight plans
- Highlighting of Filed Plan Status
- Target Altitude instrument can now "snap to current Altitude" while in flight
- Added support for Custom Raster Layers for corporate / fleet accounts (contact Adventure Pilot to discuss this option)
- Additional route line color options
- Numerous other fixes and enhancements

- Multi-Device subscriptions now support 4 of your devices (instead of 3).
- iFly now runs on Windows! (PC's and tablets)
- Added enhanced Traffic Radar instrument.
- Added larger display size options.
- Ability to show/hide with tap.
- Ability to show Radar for new Traffic Alerts.
- Added support for ADS-B Pressure Altitude readings.
- Traffic reports now show 'Indicated Altitude' (requires Pressure Altitude from ADS-B).
- Added "Altimeter (Indicated Altitude)" instrument (requires Pressure Altitude from ADS-B).
- Flight Plan form more clearly denotes/displays the current target waypoint.
- Added Stratux WAAS mode detection.
- Added TPA and "Runway Thresholds" to Airport Information form.
- Enhancement to calculation of ETE and ETA.
- Flight Trails list now shows each flight duration, for reference.
- Waypoint instruments can now be configured to remain visible on last leg of flight plan.
- Projected Course Line length is now configurable (defaults to 10 minutes ETE).
- Dozens of smaller fixes and enhancements.

- Multi-Device subscriptions now support 4 of your devices (instead of 3).
- iFly now runs on Windows! (PC's and tablets)
- Added enhanced Traffic Radar instrument.
- Added larger display size options.
- Ability to show/hide with tap.
- Ability to show Radar for new Traffic Alerts.
- Added support for ADS-B Pressure Altitude readings.
- Traffic reports now show 'Indicated Altitude' (requires Pressure Altitude from ADS-B).
- Added "Altimeter (Indicated Altitude)" instrument (requires Pressure Altitude from ADS-B).
- Flight Plan form more clearly denotes/displays the current target waypoint.
- Added Stratux WAAS mode detection.
- Added TPA and "Runway Thresholds" to Airport Information form.
- Enhancement to calculation of ETE and ETA.
- Flight Trails list now shows each flight duration, for reference.
- Waypoint instruments can now be configured to remain visible on last leg of flight plan.
- Projected Course Line length is now configurable (defaults to 10 minutes ETE).
- Dozens of smaller fixes and enhancements.

* iFly GPS now runs on Windows Tablets/Phones/PC's in addition to iOS and Android!

* Added Sync Devices Feature, for easy sharing of settings and flight plans between all of your devices.

* Added Countdown Timers.

* DirectTo enhancements.

* Miscellaneous smaller fixes and enhancements.

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From Previous Release:

* Super-easy loading of IFR Procedures and Airways – IFR Pilots are now able to load IFR Procedures and Airways quickly and easily from the Flight Plan menu

* Simplified Altitude Planning - Now with just a couple of taps on the map you can define a target altitude for your flight plan, or use “optimize” mode which will find the best altitude based on winds, direction of travel, and flight type

* ADS-B Auto-Detection - Automatically select and connect to your ADSB device in the connected devices menu.

* Even Safer Emergency landing logic - Emergency Assist logic now accounts for relative course and local winds when recommending an airport.

* New "Current Location" instrument option allows you to save a custom location while enroute or on the ground with one simple tap

And many more UI and performance improvements…

* Super-easy loading of IFR Procedures and Airways – IFR Pilots are now able to load IFR Procedures and Airways quickly and easily from the Flight Plan menu

* Simplified Altitude Planning - Now with just a couple of taps on the map you can define a target altitude for your flight plan, or use “optimize” mode which will find the best altitude based on winds, direction of travel, and flight type

* ADS-B Auto-Detection - Automatically select and connect to your ADSB device in the connected devices menu.

* Even Safer Emergency landing logic - Emergency Assist logic now accounts for relative course and local winds when recommending an airport.

* New "Current Location" instrument option allows you to save a custom location while enroute or on the ground with one simple tap

And many more UI and performance improvements…

* Super-easy loading of IFR Procedures and Airways – IFR Pilots are now able to load IFR Procedures and Airways quickly and easily from the Flight Plan menu

* Simplified Altitude Planning - Now with just a couple of taps on the map you can define a target altitude for your flight plan, or use “optimize” mode which will find the best altitude based on winds, direction of travel, and flight type

* ADS-B Auto-Detection - Automatically select and connect to your ADSB device in the connected devices menu.

* Even Safer Emergency landing logic - Emergency Assist logic now accounts for relative course and local winds when recommending an airport.

* New "Current Location" instrument option allows you to save a custom location while enroute or on the ground with one simple tap

And many more UI and performance improvements…

Mostly polish and a few fixes to previous version.

- TAF Forecast Mode.
- Enhanced presentation of TAFs and Metars.
- Fix for iOS 9.3.
- Miscellaneous polish and bug fixes.

- TAF Forecast Mode.
- Enhanced presentation of TAFs and Metars.
- Fix for iOS 9.3.
- Miscellaneous polish and bug fixes.

* Hi-Resolution Winds Modes and Planning. Fly Smart and More Efficiently! Hi-Res Winds Aloft feature!
- Added Hi-Res Winds Aloft layer with Time and Altitude sliders.
- Winds-Optimized Flight Plans.
- Use Hi-Res winds to recommend an IFR or VFR altitude base of new Hi-Res Winds and forecast departure time.
- Route Altitude labels added to Altitude Planning Form. Also shown on Map for selected waypoints, see Nav tab.
- Altitude Planning form now allow user to drag route line up/down.

* Weather Enhancements provide better situational awareness.
- New graphical AIRMET/SIGMET map layer, supports both Internet and ADS-B supplied data.
- NEXRAD performance and memory improvements.

* New features in Vector Mode provide even more customization. (Decluttered Mode)
- Fixes Layer added to the Vector Mode map. Fixes are shown when searching for IFR Fixes from NRST form.
- Obstruction Layer now enabled for all Map Modes. Obstructions shown on charts at hi-zooms (not just Vector).
- Changed Obstruction symbols to dark-blue, to contrast better against the new "Fix" map icons.

* Powerful Direct-To optimizations to reduce workload even more.
- New Flight Planning Shortcuts. Tap-Hold on map for quick Flight Planning and other shortcuts.
- Flight Plans now supports for two simultaneous Flight Plans, and a new "Previous Plan" button allows pilots to Flip/Flop between plans.
- Loading a saved Flight Plan while in-flight now auto-inserts current location as 1st waypoint for that new plan.
- Now you can "DirectTo" any waypoint in a plan, not just future ones.

* ADS-B Improvements and hardware support.
- New ADS-B Traffic presentation facelift. Also adds On-Ground, Non-Directional and Callsign details.
- Traffic Alerts form enhanced to show a relative pointer with color coded proximity.
- New Relative Altitude tag for Traffic icons on map, +/- x100ft.
- ADS-B NOTAMS and TFRs enhancements to map presentation.
- Added Support for L-3 Lynx Models, Stratux DIY ADS-B and the Dual XGPS190 w/AHRS.
- NavWorx ADS-B performance improvements.
- SkyGuardTWX configuration panel fixes.

* Online Flight Filing updates.
- Filed Plan Briefings are now decoded to "plain text" format.
- Aircraft Color entry is now standardized via multi-checkbox list.
- Flight Plan Briefing now retained, for use after you File the plan.
- New ”Special Handling" field to Filed Plans (e.g. SAR, MEDEVAC, HAZMAT, etc)

* TFR Enhancements for your increased safety.
- Alert text for TFR's now shows the Active start/end times.
- Inactive and Active TFRs now more clearly depicted on map.

* Fullscreen Plates / Diagram Mode modifications.
- Reduced Route Line when in Fullscreen Plate/Diagram mode for improved plate briefing.
- Remove Instruments in Full Screen Mode and sped up button hiding for better plate viewing.

* User Interface Optimizations and Improvements make iFly GPS the easiest to use.
- Extended Runways improvements. Adjusted colors and presentation. Better Traffic Pattern depiction.
- New Phone Dialing for FBOs and Communications phone numbers.
- New Enhanced Measurement Tool, no longer requires you to drag the endpoints.
- Added "Density Altitude" to the QuickView "Wx" tab text.
- Opacity improvements. Terrain and Airspace layer transparency are now saved.
- Fuel Prices now offset to the right, to not overlap the Metars visual beneath them.
- Text boxes now permit mid-line editing. (instead of always editing from the end).
- Moved "Show Past Flight Trails..." option to the "History" menu.
- Added Icons for SW X-Wing Fighter, Millennium-Falcon.

* Many miscellaneous bug fixes and performance improvements.

* iFly Device Specific Improvements
- Auto-recovery for NMEA Output. (700, 520, 720 and 740 models)
- iFly 740 Wi-Fi Auto-recovery ensures optimal WiFi & ADS-B connections.