Document Management

Store and manage pilot licenses, aircraft documents, insurance papers, and other aviation documents with expiry tracking and easy access

Document Management

Keep all your aviation documents organized, accessible, and up-to-date with CaptainVFR’s comprehensive document management system.

Pilot Documents

License Management

  • Pilot Certificate Storage: Digital copy of your license
  • Medical Certificate: Class 1, 2, or 3 medical tracking
  • Ratings & Endorsements: All your qualifications
  • Photo Capture: Take photos directly in app
  • Multi-License Support: PPL, CPL, ATPL, etc.

Expiry Tracking

  • Automatic Reminders: Never miss renewal dates
  • Color-Coded Warnings: Visual expiry indicators
    • Green: Valid for 90+ days
    • Yellow: Expires within 90 days
    • Red: Expired or expires within 30 days
  • Calendar Integration: Sync with device calendar
  • Custom Alerts: Set your preferred warning period

Aircraft Documentation

Essential Documents

  • Registration Certificate: Aircraft registration
  • Airworthiness Certificate: Current airworthiness
  • Operating Handbook: POH/AFM storage
  • Weight & Balance: Official W&B documents
  • Equipment Lists: Installed equipment records
  • Insurance Policies: Coverage documentation
  • Ownership Papers: Title and bill of sale
  • Lease Agreements: Rental or leaseback docs
  • STC Documentation: Modification approvals
  • Import/Export Papers: International operations

Organization Features

Smart Categorization

  • Document Types: Pre-defined categories
  • Custom Categories: Create your own
  • Tag System: Multiple tags per document
  • Search Function: Find documents quickly
  • Favorites: Quick access to frequent docs

Version Control

  • Document History: Track all versions
  • Update Notifications: Know when to update
  • Archive Old Versions: Keep for reference
  • Change Tracking: See what was modified

Security & Privacy

Data Protection

  • Encrypted Storage: Military-grade encryption
  • Password Protection: Optional document locks
  • Biometric Access: Fingerprint/Face ID support
  • Secure Sharing: Encrypted document sharing
  • Privacy Controls: Choose what to sync

Backup & Recovery

  • Cloud Backup: Automatic secure backup
  • Local Storage: On-device document copies
  • Export Options: Download all documents
  • Recovery Tools: Restore deleted documents

Practical Features

Quick Access

  • Offline Availability: Access without internet
  • Ramp Check Ready: Quick document display
  • QR Codes: Generate for quick sharing
  • Print Support: Print when needed
  • Email Integration: Send documents easily

Multi-Format Support

  • PDF Documents: Most common format
  • Image Files: JPG, PNG photo support
  • Document Scanning: Built-in scanner feature
  • Text Recognition: OCR for searchability
  • File Compression: Optimize storage space

Compliance Features

Regulatory Requirements

  • FAA/EASA Compliance: Meet requirements
  • Audit Trail: Document access history
  • Retention Policies: Automatic archiving
  • Legal Hold: Preserve when required

International Operations

  • Multi-Language: Document descriptions
  • Country-Specific: Requirements tracking
  • Customs Documents: General declarations
  • Flight Permits: Special authorizations

Integration Benefits

Flight Planning

  • Automatic Checks: Verify document validity
  • Pre-Flight Warnings: Expired document alerts
  • Route-Specific Docs: International requirements
  • Currency Verification: Recent experience docs

Sharing Capabilities

  • Instructor Access: Share with CFI
  • Maintenance Shops: Provide aircraft docs
  • Insurance Claims: Quick document access
  • Regulatory Inspections: Ramp check support

Additional Documents

Training Records

  • Flight Training: Lesson summaries
  • Ground School: Course completions
  • Checkrides: Practical test records
  • BFRs: Biennial flight reviews
  • IPCs: Instrument proficiency checks

Personal Aviation

  • Club Memberships: Flying club documents
  • Hangar Agreements: Storage contracts
  • FBO Accounts: Fuel and service accounts
  • Aviation Memberships: AOPA, EAA, etc.

Smart Features

Optical Character Recognition

  • Automatic Data Extraction: Read document details
  • Expiry Date Detection: Auto-populate dates
  • Document Classification: Auto-categorize
  • Information Parsing: Extract key data

Reminder System

  • Customizable Alerts: Set your preferences
  • Multiple Reminders: Escalating warnings
  • Email Notifications: External reminders
  • Push Notifications: Mobile alerts
  • Dashboard Widgets: At-a-glance status

CaptainVFR’s document management system creates a paperless cockpit while ensuring all your important aviation documents are secure, organized, and always accessible when you need them.

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