Ultramagic FlightPack vs Hot Air Usage & Stats

FlightPack is a complete easy-to-use solution designed for hot air balloon pilots. FlightPack is a flight tracking app with offline maps, overlays, load calculator, weather forecast, logbook and other unique features. The track color changes at different altitudes showing the winds layers and your crew will see your track in real-time in a webpage! Main Features: • GPS track with different colors depending on the altitude. This helps identify the winds layers. • Your crew will see your track in real-time in the webpage www.flightpacktracker.com • See other pilots tracks in real-time while you fly. Their tracks colors will indicate their winds. • Free maps worldwide (OSM) for offline use during flight. Google Maps is also available. • Optimized for low power. You can turn off your screen while your flight is being recorded (the last screen shown needs to be the app). • Auto landing detection if you forget to stop the track. • Start recording before you start flying. Track can be automatically trimmed to obtain reliable flight duration data. • KML overlays can be used to map out electric lines, Prohibited Zones (PZs), targets... You can create them with Google Earth. • Vertical velocity and precise altitude for devices with barometer. • Weather map with forecast and wind status at different altitudes. • Share your track easily in Facebook, Twitter... • Load calculator with user defined balloons. • Includes all Ultramagic manuals. • All integrated in a flight logbook with search capabilities. Database can be exported in Excel compatible format. All your data can be transferred and backed up with iTunes. *Requires iOS 14 or higher and GPS capable devices. *Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. Please report any issues and suggestions to flightpack@ultramagic.com. Have a good flight!

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Hot Air

Featured twice in the Ballooning Journal Hot Air isn’t just an app—it’s your personal co-pilot. Designed by balloon pilots for balloon pilots, it combines flight logging, real-time tracking, and advanced data recording in one sleek, powerful tool. Whether you’re a seasoned aviator or new to the skies, Hot Air keeps your flights organized, safe, and efficient. Key Features: • Live Tracking: Stay aware with real-time positioning on detailed maps or satellite views. • Wind Insights: Monitor wind speed and direction at different altitudes during ascent and descent. • Waypoint Navigation: Track distance, bearing, and estimated time en route (ETE) to your destination with ease. • Automatic Flight Recording: Capture your entire flight path—even with the screen off—and review it in 3D via Google Earth. • Custom Map Overlays: Add KML/KMZ overlays for electric lines, landing zones, airspace restrictions, or emergency contacts. • Offline Mode: Fly confidently even without a data connection—maps remain accessible. • Real-Time Flight Sharing: Keep your crew, family, or friends informed with live location sharing powered by AirShare or Glympse. • Comprehensive Flight Logs: Record details for crew, passengers, propane usage, and envelope temperatures. Save GPS takeoff and landing locations, and organize flights with color-coded planning tools. • Flight Summaries: Instantly view total flights, hours flown, and crew activity—ideal for tracking progress and regulatory compliance. • Interactive Mapping: Plot and compare takeoff and landing locations from past flights on a single map. • Data Export: Export flight data in HTML, KML, or GPX formats. • Payload Calculator: Ensure accurate weight and balance before every flight. • Integrated Weather Reports: Access live weather conditions and forecasts directly within the app. • Backup & Restore: Secure your data with reliable backup options. • Cross-Device Compatibility: Fully optimized for iPhone, iPad (portrait and landscape), and iPod Touch. Additional Features: • Real-time heading projection for enhanced navigation. • Share flight details with map links on Facebook quickly and easily. • Available in English, French, Czech, and Slovak. Note: Continuous GPS usage in real-time flight mode may significantly reduce battery life.