Advanced Safety Features

CaptainVFR prioritizes your safety with intelligent monitoring systems and proactive alerts to help prevent incidents before they occur.

License & Currency Monitoring

Automatic Expiry Warnings

• License Expiry Alerts:

  • 90-day advance warning
  • 30-day urgent reminder
  • Day-of expiration notification
  • Post-expiry lockout options

• Medical Certificate Tracking:

  • Class-specific monitoring
  • Age-based expiry calculations
  • Color-coded status display
  • Renewal reminder scheduling

Currency Tracking

• Recent Experience:

  • Day/night currency monitoring
  • Takeoff and landing counting
  • Passenger carrying eligibility
  • IFR currency tracking

• Training Requirements:

  • Biennial flight review dates
  • Type rating currencies
  • Recurrent training needs
  • Endorsement expirations

Real-Time Traffic Awareness (SafeSky)

Live Aircraft Tracking

• Multi-Source Data Aggregation:

  • ADS-B and Mode-S transponders
  • FLARM glider tracking
  • FANET paraglider beacons
  • OGN (Open Glider Network)
  • PilotAware devices
  • Mobile app position sharing
  • UAV/Drone tracking

• Intelligent Collision Detection:

  • CPA (Closest Point of Approach) calculation
  • Velocity-based path prediction
  • Altitude separation monitoring (±1000ft)
  • 15-minute forward projection
  • Red warning circles for genuine risks only

Visual Traffic Display

• Dynamic Aircraft Markers:

  • Type-specific icons (jets, helicopters, gliders)
  • Real-time heading/course display
  • Altitude labels with unit conversion
  • Callsign display within 50km
  • Color-coded by aircraft type

• Altitude-Based Visualization:

  • Progressive transparency by vertical distance
  • Focus on traffic at your altitude
  • Maintained awareness of all traffic
  • Smart visual hierarchy

Performance & Efficiency

• Smart Update Management:
  • 5-second refresh rate
  • Automatic pause when app loses focus
  • Instant resume with fresh data
  • Battery optimization
  • Rate limiting with exponential backoff

Airspace Awareness

Real-Time Alerts

• Airspace Proximity Warnings:

  • Approaching controlled airspace
  • Special use airspace alerts
  • TFR (Temporary Flight Restriction) warnings
  • Military operations area status

• Vertical Alerts:

  • Altitude-based airspace warnings
  • Class B/C/D ceiling approach
  • Minimum safe altitude alerts
  • Service ceiling warnings

Smart Notifications

• Predictive Warnings: Based on current track
• Time-to-Airspace: Countdown displays
• Alternative Route Suggestions: Avoid violations
• Clearance Reminders: Radio frequency display

Terrain Awareness

Elevation Monitoring

• Terrain Proximity:

  • Minimum safe altitude warnings
  • Rising terrain ahead alerts
  • Obstacle clearance monitoring
  • Mountain wave conditions

• Visual Indicators:

  • Color-coded terrain display
  • Elevation profile view
  • Obstacle highlighting
  • Safe corridor display

Sensor Monitoring

GPS Status

• Signal Quality:

  • Satellite count display
  • Position accuracy indicator
  • GPS failure warnings
  • Backup navigation prompts

• Performance Monitoring:

  • Position update rate
  • Accuracy degradation alerts
  • Interference detection
  • Alternative positioning

Device Sensors

• Barometer Status:

  • Pressure sensor health
  • Calibration reminders
  • Altitude accuracy warnings
  • Sensor failure detection

• Compass Monitoring:

  • Magnetic interference alerts
  • Calibration status
  • Heading accuracy warnings
  • True vs magnetic display

Weather Safety

Hazardous Weather Alerts

• Real-Time Warnings:

  • Deteriorating conditions
  • VFR-to-IFR transitions
  • Thunderstorm proximity
  • Icing conditions

• Predictive Analysis:

  • Weather trend monitoring
  • Go/no-go recommendations
  • Alternate airport suggestions
  • Fuel reserve calculations

Flight Monitoring

Abnormal Situation Detection

• Flight Parameter Monitoring:

  • Unusual attitude alerts
  • Excessive descent rates
  • Stall speed proximity
  • Over-speed warnings

• Engine Monitoring (when connected):

  • CHT/EGT exceedances
  • Oil pressure warnings
  • Fuel flow anomalies
  • Vibration alerts

Emergency Features

Quick Access Tools

• Emergency Checklists:

  • One-touch access
  • Prioritized procedures
  • Location-aware content
  • Offline availability

• Nearest Airport:

  • Instant calculations
  • Runway length filtering
  • Weather consideration
  • Approach information

Communication Aids

• Emergency Frequencies:
  • 121.5 quick access
  • Local emergency services
  • Search and rescue contacts
  • Position reporting tools

Connectivity Monitoring

Network Status

• Connection Alerts:

  • Loss of data connection
  • Degraded service warnings
  • Offline mode activation
  • Sync status display

• Data Freshness:

  • Weather data age
  • NOTAM currency
  • Chart update status
  • Database validity

Customizable Safety Settings

Personal Minimums

• Weather Minimums:

  • Visibility limits
  • Ceiling requirements
  • Crosswind maximums
  • Night restrictions

• Operational Limits:

  • Maximum flight time
  • Fuel reserve requirements
  • Altitude restrictions
  • Distance limitations

Alert Preferences

• Notification Types:

  • Visual alerts
  • Audio warnings
  • Vibration patterns
  • Voice announcements

• Severity Levels:

  • Information only
  • Caution alerts
  • Warning notifications
  • Emergency alarms

Safety Reporting

Flight Analysis

• Post-Flight Review:

  • Safety event detection
  • Exceedance reports
  • Near-miss identification
  • Improvement suggestions

• Trend Monitoring:

  • Personal safety metrics
  • Risk score tracking
  • Pattern recognition
  • Safety recommendations

CaptainVFR’s comprehensive safety features work continuously in the background to help you identify and avoid potential hazards, making every flight safer through intelligent monitoring and timely alerts.