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What is the advantage of an electronic logbook vs. a traditional paper logbook?
There are two important advantages of electronic logbooks.
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Detailed information can be accurately logged with each flight allowing for more
complete flight records. Pilots are not limited by the size and
type of columns provided by traditional paper logbooks. Page totals are
calculated automatically eliminating the errors of adding up paper logbook
columns.
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Once data is entered, the data can be queried just like any computer database.
For instance, if your insurance company asks how much time you have in a high
performance retractable-gear airplane, it only takes a couple mouse clicks to
obtain that information in your electronic log book. You can also keep track of
all your currency requirements with automatic reminders.
How can my flight instructor sign off my training with an electronic logbook?
Forms are provided within the software that can be printed and signed by a
flight instructor (endorsements, ground training, dual flight
experience).
What if I lose my logbook data?
Data in the electronic logbook is automatically backed up to the computer
hard drive each time you close the program. Data can also be backed up on a
floppy, CD, or other media to keep in a safe location. Pages and reports can be
printed from the logbook so that your most recent times are documented on
paper.
With traditional logbooks, the only way to backup your information is to make
photocopies of each page. Electronic data files, on the other hand, can be
stored on many media types (including paper) and stored in multiple locations,
if necessary.
What is form 8710?
Form 8710 is the FAA application form to take a practical test for a new
pilot license, rating, or qualification. When you take a Practical test
(Private Pilot Checkride for example) you must present the examiner with a
completed 8710 form signed by your Flight Instructor. The form contains
information about you and your flight experience to show that you are qualified
to take the specific practical test. The FlightRecord Electronic Logbook
automatically calculates the flight times necessary to complete form 8710.
Why do I need to log ground training?
FAR Part 61 requires that training in specific knowledge areas be received and
logged to meet the requirements of certain licenses and ratings.
The FAA requires examiners to verify specific ground training has been
logged. FlightRecord contains detailed knowledge areas on printable forms
for Private Pilot, Instrument Rating and Commercial Pilot. Your flight
instructor can simply sign and date each knowledge topic to verify that
training in each specific subject has been received.
Can other database software be used to access my logbook?
In order to keep your data secure, the logbook data can only be accessed in the
RWS Logbook.
Does the logbook come with an airport or waypoint database?
The logbook contains latitude and longitude coordinates for all public-use
airports in North America. As flights are entered in the logbook,
distances are automatically calculated. Other waypoints can be added
individually through a manual input process.
I already have a paper logbook with many flights logged, do I need to enter all
my flights in the electronic logbook?
Flight times from old logbooks can be lumped together by aircraft make and
model. For instance, you can simply type in that you have 650 hours in a
Beech Bonanza with 640 hours being pilot in command and 32 dual received.
Past flights can also be input one by one if desired.
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