Step 3 – Enable Notifications #

In this step, PilotDuty asks for permission to send notifications, which play a key role in keeping you informed and ensuring your flights are properly tracked — even when the app isn’t actively open.

Why Notifications Are Important:

• If iOS detects your aircraft and the app is not running in the background

With the help of the iBeacon device installed in your aircraft, PilotDuty can notify you to reopen the app and resume tracking automatically.

• When you land, to confirm sending a message to your flight follower

For subscribed users, PilotDuty can notify you upon landing to confirm whether you want to send an arrival message to your designated flight follower (e.g., a dispatcher or safety contact).

To proceed, simply tap “Allow” to grant notification permissions. This ensures you never miss important updates about your flight activity or safety confirmations.

Step 4 – Aircraft Configuration #

In this step, the app asks whether you already have an iBeacon device, which is essential for enabling automatic flight detection.

Prompt: “Do you have an iBeacon?”

The user can select one of the following options:

• Yes

You already have an iBeacon installed in your aircraft and are ready to pair it with the app.

• Ordered, but not yet received

You’ve ordered your iBeacon but are still waiting for delivery. The app will guide you later once the device is ready.

• No, I need one

You don’t have an iBeacon yet but are interested in acquiring one to activate automatic flight logging.

• No need, I will start flight event manually

You prefer not to use an iBeacon and will manually start and stop your flight events within the app.

• Skip aircraft configuration

You can choose to skip this step for now and configure your aircraft later from the app settings.

Once you’ve made your selection, tap “Next” to proceed.

Step 5 – Adopt and Link iBeacon to Aircraft #

After detecting a nearby iBeacon, the app prompts the user to pair it with a specific aircraft.

Aircraft Setup:

Before linking the iBeacon, the user must fill in:

• CallSign – the aircraft registration (e.g., C-FFFF)

• Aircraft Type – the model or type of aircraft (e.g., C172)

Once the details are entered and the iBeacon is detected as “Near”, the user can press:

• “Adopt Nearest iBeacon” – This securely links the detected iBeacon to the aircraft just configured.

A helper message at the top reinforces this action:

“Press the ‘Adopt Nearest iBeacon’ button to pair it with the desired aircraft”

Navigation options:

• Back – Return to the previous step if needed.

• Next – Continue the onboarding after successfully adopting the iBeacon.

Purpose:

This step ensures that each iBeacon is uniquely assigned to a specific aircraft, enabling reliable automatic detection during future operations.

Step 6 – Aircraft Technical Configuration #

After pairing the iBeacon and assigning basic aircraft details, the user is guided to define the technical characteristics of the aircraft.

Aircraft Type Section:

• Aircraft Type Category – Select the landing gear configuration (e.g., Tricycle Train).

• Engine Type – Choose the engine configuration (e.g., Mono Piston).

• Propeller Type – Indicate whether the aircraft has a Fixed pitch, Variable pitch, or other propeller configuration.

An illustration helps visually confirm the type of aircraft configuration selected.

Common Use Section:

• IFR Certified – Toggle ON if the aircraft is certified for Instrument Flight Rules.

• Single Pilot – Toggle ON if the aircraft is typically operated by a single pilot.

These options allow the app to adapt features like logging requirements, operational limitations, and automation logic based on the aircraft’s actual characteristics.

When all selections are made, the user can tap Next to continue or Back to revise previous steps.

Step 7 – Subscription Options #

In this step, users choose how they would like to access PilotDuty’s features, based on their flying habits and needs.

Information Box:

At the top, users are informed:

PilotDuty is free to use, but limited to 3 flights per month and access to basic features only.

With a first annual subscription, users will receive a free iBeacon and unlock full access to automatic flight tracking and additional premium features.

Subscription Options:

• I have a promo code

Enter a promotional code to unlock access or discounts.

• Annual subscription with free iBeacon

Best option for frequent flyers. Includes full feature access and a free iBeacon device.

• Monthly subscription

Flexible plan for those who prefer paying month-to-month while enjoying all premium features.

• I want to use PilotDuty for free

Limited to 5 flights per month and basic functionalities. Ideal for testing the app or casual flying.

After making a selection, users can tap Next to complete the onboarding or Back to return to the previous configuration step.

Step 8 – Choose Your Annual Subscription #

In this onboarding step, users are invited to choose between two powerful subscription plans that unlock PilotDuty’s full potential.

🔹 PilotDuty+ – $59.99/year

Includes:

• Unlimited flight logging

• Automatic SMS notifications for flight tracking

• Export logs in PDF or CSV formats

• Access to the PilotDuty Manager platform

🔸 PilotDuty Pro – $99.99/year

Everything in PilotDuty+, plus:

• Duty, Flight, and Rest time monitoring

• Tracking of medical certificates, licenses, and proficiency validity

🆓 Bonus:

With your first annual subscription, you will receive a free iBeacon to enable fully automated flight detection.

Additional Options:

• Subscribe – Confirms and activates your selected plan

• Redeem Code – Enter a promo or discount code

• Restore Subscription – Restore a previously purchased subscription from the App Store

Navigation:

• Back – Return to the previous screen

• Next – Proceed after completing subscription setup

👉 Note: Your plan will auto-renew annually unless canceled via your Apple ID settings.

Step 9 – Shipping Address #

As part of your first annual subscription, you’re entitled to receive a free iBeacon device.

To complete your onboarding, you need to provide your shipping address so we can send the device to you.

Form Fields:

• Address (Line 1) – Required

• Address (Line 2, optional) – For apartment/suite/unit numbers

• City – Required

• Postal Code – Required

• Country – Required

Once all required fields are completed, the “Next” button becomes active, allowing the user to proceed.

This step ensures delivery of the iBeacon, enabling you to take full advantage of automatic flight detection and enjoy the complete PilotDuty experience.

Step 10 – Pilot Information #

The final onboarding screen allows you to personalize your pilot profile with key details related to your license, ratings, and preferences.

Required Field:

• Full Name – Enter your name as you’d like it to appear in the app and reports.

Optional Flight Profile Settings:

• Total Flight Time – Enter your current cumulative flight hours.

• Professional License – Toggle ON if you hold a commercial or airline transport license.

• IFR Rated – Toggle ON if you’re instrument-rated.

• Multi Engine Rated – Toggle ON if you’re qualified to fly multi-engine aircraft.

• Float Rated – Toggle ON if you hold a seaplane rating.

• Instructor Rated – Toggle ON if you are certified to provide flight instruction.

• Use Local Time – Choose whether you want your logs and events to default to local time instead of UTC.

🔧 A message below the form reminds you that:

You will be able to access the Settings tab for a more detailed configuration.

Once complete, tap “Go to the app” to finish onboarding and enter the main PilotDuty interface.