What Is PilotDuty Flight Following? Your Automatic Co-Pilot in the Sky
In aviation, precision and compliance are non-negotiable. Whether you’re logging hours for a license, managing duty time, or operating within a commercial flight organization, accurate recordkeeping is essential—but often time-consuming.
That’s where PilotDuty Flight Following comes in.
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What Is Flight Following in PilotDuty?
PilotDuty Flight Following is a fully automated flight tracking system integrated into the PilotDuty – Logbook app. It uses a smart blend of Bluetooth iBeacon® technology, GPS, speed, and altitude to detect flight activity in real time—without the need for manual input.
Once the app senses that your aircraft is in motion, it kicks into action:
Detects take-off and landing events
Logs flight time and duration
Identifies aerodromes based on location
Distinguishes between day and night flights
Stores everything in your digital logbook, instantly
This level of automation ensures that pilots don’t have to remember to start or stop timers—PilotDuty handles it with precision.
How Does It Work?
It’s powered by a discreet and compact iBeacon®, which you place in your aircraft. When your phone detects this beacon and senses motion consistent with taxiing or takeoff (via GPS and accelerometer data), the app:
Starts a flight event
Tracks movement, location, and altitude
Ends the flight event when conditions match landing patterns
If the app is closed or in the background, it still works—and sends a notification to alert you if you want to manually wake it up to track the flight.
Why It Matters
With PilotDuty Flight Following, your logbook becomes a source of truth. No more approximations or forgotten entries. It’s:
Reliable: Uses real sensor data, not estimates
Effortless: Set it up once, and fly
Compliant: Helps you meet aviation duty and flight time regulations
Integrated: Works in sync with PilotDuty Manager for organizations, flight schools, and shared aircraft environments
Who Is It For?
PilotDuty Flight Following is perfect for:
Private pilots looking for hands-free logging
Flight schools needing accurate records for students
Aircraft owners managing multiple users
Commercial operators enforcing duty limits
Final Approach
In short, PilotDuty Flight Following is like having a virtual co-pilot that never misses a detail. It’s smart, discreet, and always on duty—so you can focus on flying while your app handles the paperwork.
Ready to experience a new era of flight tracking?
Download PilotDuty today and make every flight count—automatically.
Why Choose PilotDuty?
In a world where every second counts, make every flight more efficient with PilotDuty. Our advanced Flight Following technology not only saves time but also enhances safety and compliance in your flying experience. Join thousands of pilots who trust PilotDuty to keep their flights organized, their logs accurate, and their missions on track.
