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Aeronautical Application
(Aero App)
iOS User Manual Version 1.2007
NSN76440152335389
Publication Date: July 24, 2020
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Acknowledgements
The Aeronautical Application (Aero App) User Manual was produced by Hilton
Software. Hilton Software would like to express a great appreciation to everyone who
helped contribute to the content quality. Hilton Software and NGA sincerely appreciate
your feedback and commitment to continually improve Aero App.
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................10
2 About the Manual ...............................................................................................................11
2.1 Note Symbol ..................................................................................................................11
3 Getting Started ....................................................................................................................12
4 Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................12
5 Where to Obtain Aero App and Data ...............................................................................13
5.1 Aero App .......................................................................................................................13
5.2 Data Updates ................................................................................................................13
6 System Requirements ..........................................................................................................14
6.1 System Requirements ....................................................................................................14
7 How to Install or Update Aero App ....................................................................................15
7.1 Install from a DVD ..........................................................................................................15
7.2 Install from iTunes ...........................................................................................................16
7.2.1 iTunes Version 12.7 ..................................................................................................16
7.2.2 iTunes Pre-12.7 Version ............................................................................................17
7.3 Install from macOS Catalina ........................................................................................18
7.4 Install from NRL Geospatial Hub (GHub) .....................................................................19
7.5 Install from Apple App Store .........................................................................................20
7.6 Install from aeroapp.info ..............................................................................................20
8 Data ......................................................................................................................................21
8.1 Core Data ......................................................................................................................22
8.2 Core Data Delta Files ....................................................................................................22
8.3 Moving Maps .................................................................................................................22
8.4 Giant Reports .................................................................................................................23
8.5 Helicopters and Terminal Aera Charts (TACs) .............................................................23
8.6 Electronic – Instrument Procedure Library (E-IPL) ........................................................23
8.7 Air Force Weather .........................................................................................................24
8.8 FAA Sectionals ...............................................................................................................24
8.9 Georeference ................................................................................................................24
8.10 DigitalGlobe .................................................................................................................24
8.11 User Files .......................................................................................................................25
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9 Contextual Help ...................................................................................................................25
10 Load Data ..........................................................................................................................26
10.1 Load Data Using AWS – Fast Cloud Downloading ...................................................26
10.1.1 Load Data Using GEOAxIS ....................................................................................27
10.1.2 Load Using Aero User Database (AUD) ...............................................................27
10.1.3 Load Data Using Mobile Device Management (MDM) ....................................29
10.2 Load Data Using the Aero Data Server (ADS) ..........................................................30
10.2.1 Aero Data Server (ADS) Discovery ......................................................................30
10.2.2 Default to Manually-Entered IP Address and Port ..............................................31
10.3 Load Data Using NGA Aero / GHub Access .............................................................32
10.4 Easy Buttons .................................................................................................................33
10.5 Download Data from AWS onto Computer ..............................................................34
10.6 Download Data from NRL Geospatial Hub (GHub) onto Computer ......................37
11 Sideloading Data ...............................................................................................................38
11.1 Sideloading Data Using DVD ......................................................................................38
11.1.1 Sideload Data Using iTunes ..................................................................................38
11.1.2 Sideload Data Using macOS Catalina................................................................40
11.2 Sideloading User Maps ...............................................................................................41
11.2.1 Sideloading User Maps Using iTunes. ...................................................................42
11.2.2 Sideloading User Maps Using macOS Catalina .................................................43
11.3 Sideloading User Waypoints .......................................................................................45
11.3.1 Sideloading User Waypoints Using iTunes ............................................................46
11.3.2 Sideloading User Waypoints Using macOS Catalina .........................................48
11.4 Sideloading Documents .............................................................................................50
11.4.1 Sideloading Documents Using iTunes ..................................................................50
11.4.2 Sideloading Documents Using macOS Catalina ...............................................52
12 Updating Aero App Data .................................................................................................54
12.1 Data Notification .........................................................................................................54
13 Manage Data ....................................................................................................................55
13.1 Data Status ..................................................................................................................55
13.2 Manage Data on Device ...........................................................................................55
13.3 Data Status and Deltas ...............................................................................................58
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13.3.1 Download Delta Files (Faster) ..............................................................................58
13.3.2 Download AirDrop-compatible Files ...................................................................59
13.4 AirDrop .........................................................................................................................61
13.4.1 AirDrop and Delta Files .........................................................................................63
13.5 File Manager ................................................................................................................64
14 Aero App Menus ................................................................................................................65
14.1 Main Menu Options .....................................................................................................65
14.2 Route Menu Options ...................................................................................................66
14.3 Search Airport and Identifier Menu Options .............................................................67
14.3.1 Giant Report Shortcut ...........................................................................................68
14.4 Identifier Options .........................................................................................................69
14.5 General Menu Options ...............................................................................................70
14.6 Notepad ......................................................................................................................71
14.7 E6B Menu Options .......................................................................................................71
14.8 Weather (Wx) Images Menu Options ........................................................................71
14.9 Application Management (App Mgmt) Menu Options ..........................................72
15 Using the Main Menu .........................................................................................................72
15.1 Search Active Airport, NavAid, or Waypoint ............................................................72
15.2 Information ...................................................................................................................73
16 Airport Charts .....................................................................................................................74
16.1 Draw on Airport Diagrams (APDs) and Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs)
Charts ...................................................................................................................................75
16.2 Contract Fuel Locations on APDs ..............................................................................76
16.3 Continuation of Charts ...............................................................................................77
16.4 Weather and Potential Hazard Information ..............................................................79
16.4.1 Internet...................................................................................................................79
16.4.1.1 METARs and Terminal Aerodrome Forecasts (TAFs) View ............................79
16.4.1.2 NOTAMs View .................................................................................................80
16.4.2 METARs ...................................................................................................................81
16.4.3 Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAFs)...................................................................81
16.4.4 Winds and Temps Aloft .........................................................................................82
16.4.5 PIREPs .....................................................................................................................83
16.4.6 NOTAMs .................................................................................................................83
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17 Moving Map .......................................................................................................................84
17.1 Maps .............................................................................................................................85
17.1.1 Aero App Maps .....................................................................................................85
17.1.1.1 FAA Visual Flight Rule (VFR) Sectionals .........................................................85
17.1.1.2 Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) High Enroute .......................................................85
17.1.1.3 Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) Low Enroute .......................................................86
17.1.1.4 DigitalGlobe ....................................................................................................86
17.1.2 Helicopters and Terminal Area Charts (TACs) ....................................................87
17.1.2.1 Helicopter (Gulf Coast) ..................................................................................87
17.1.2.2 Helicopter (Routes).........................................................................................87
17.1.2.3 Terminal Area Charts (TACs) ..........................................................................87
17.1.3 Map Options .........................................................................................................88
17.1.3.1 Base Map – Earth ............................................................................................88
17.1.3.2 Base Map – Gray ............................................................................................88
17.1.4 User Maps ..............................................................................................................88
17.2 Overlays .......................................................................................................................89
17.2.1 Aero App Overlays ...............................................................................................89
17.2.1.1 Airports ............................................................................................................89
17.2.1.2 Air Refueling Routes........................................................................................89
17.2.1.3 Airspaces (B, C, D) ..........................................................................................90
17.2.1.4 Airways – Low ..................................................................................................90
17.2.1.5 Airways – High .................................................................................................90
17.2.1.6 Arresting Gear .................................................................................................91
17.2.1.7 Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs) – Low .......................................91
17.2.1.8 Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs) – High .......................................92
17.2.1.9 Flight Information Regions (FIRs) ....................................................................92
17.2.1.10 Upper Flight Information Regions (UIRs) ......................................................93
17.2.1.11 Contract Fuel Locations ...............................................................................93
17.2.1.12 International Boundaries ..............................................................................94
17.2.1.13 Military Training Routes (MTRs) Instrument Routes (IRs) ..............................94
17.2.1.14 Military Training Routes (MTRs) Visual Routes (VRs) ....................................95
17.2.1.15 Military Training Routes (MTRs) Slow Speed Routes (SRs) ...........................95
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17.2.1.16 Runways ........................................................................................................96
17.2.1.17 Search and Rescue (SAR) Grids ..................................................................96
17.2.1.18 Special Use Airspaces (SUAs) .......................................................................97
17.2.1.19 Time Zones .....................................................................................................97
17.2.1.20 Vertical Obstructions (VOs) .........................................................................98
17.2.2 User Overlays .........................................................................................................98
17.3 Options .........................................................................................................................99
17.3.1 Ownship .................................................................................................................99
17.3.1.1 Show Ownship ................................................................................................99
17.3.1.2 Snap to Location .......................................................................................... 100
17.3.1.3 North Up ........................................................................................................ 100
17.3.2 Location Information .......................................................................................... 101
17.3.2.1 Show Breadcrumbs ...................................................................................... 101
17.3.2.2 Show Distance Rings .................................................................................... 101
17.3.3 Traffic ................................................................................................................... 102
17.3.3.1 Show ADS-B Traffic ........................................................................................ 102
17.3.4 Weather ............................................................................................................... 102
17.3.4.1 Show METARs ................................................................................................ 102
17.3.4.2 ADS-B Weather Overlay ............................................................................... 103
17.4 Moving Map Pop-up Menu ...................................................................................... 104
17.4.1 Add to Route ....................................................................................................... 104
17.4.2 Create Waypoint ................................................................................................ 105
17.4.3 Information and Weather (Wx) .......................................................................... 106
17.4.3.1 Info ................................................................................................................. 106
17.4.3.2 Weather (Wx) ................................................................................................ 106
17.4.4 Show on Map ...................................................................................................... 107
17.4.5 Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs) on Map ............................................ 107
17.4.6 Nearest ................................................................................................................ 109
17.4.7 Drop Pin ............................................................................................................... 110
17.4.8 Add Departure Procedure (DP) or Standard Terminal Arrival Route (STAR) to
Route .............................................................................................................................. 111
17.4.9 Orbit ..................................................................................................................... 112
17.4.10 Minimum Vectoring Altitude (MVA) ................................................................ 113
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17.4.11 Direct-To ............................................................................................................. 114
17.5 Breadcrumbs ............................................................................................................. 115
17.5.1 View Breadcrumbs in KML .................................................................................. 116
17.5.2 View Breadcrumbs in a SQLite File .................................................................... 117
17.6 Timer ........................................................................................................................... 118
17.7 Air Force Weather (AF Wx) ....................................................................................... 119
17.7.1 Air Force Weather (AF Wx) Moving Map Option ............................................. 120
17.7.2 Air Force Weather (AF Wx) in Route Panel ....................................................... 120
17.7.3 Air Force Weather (AF Wx) in Wx Tab ................................................................ 121
17.8 Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast (ADS-B) ..................................... 122
17.9 Crosstrack (XTK) ......................................................................................................... 123
17.10 Other Moving Map Features .................................................................................. 123
17.10.1 Snap to Location ............................................................................................... 124
17.10.2 Identifier Search ................................................................................................ 124
17.10.3 Add an Identifier to Favorites ........................................................................... 125
17.10.4 Split Screen ........................................................................................................ 126
17.10.4.1 APD and IAP for Destination Airport .......................................................... 126
17.10.4.2 PDF Support ................................................................................................. 127
17.10.5 Center Target .................................................................................................... 128
17.10.5.1 Measure Distance and Bearing Between Points...................................... 128
17.10.6 Altitude Calibration ........................................................................................... 129
18 General ............................................................................................................................. 130
18.1 Charts ......................................................................................................................... 130
19 E6B Menu .......................................................................................................................... 133
20 Weather (Wx) Images ...................................................................................................... 137
21 Application Management (App Mgmt) ........................................................................ 140
21.1 Menu Preferences ..................................................................................................... 140
21.1.1 User Interface ...................................................................................................... 140
21.1.2 Miscellaneous ...................................................................................................... 141
21.1.3 Route .................................................................................................................... 142
21.1.4 Reset .................................................................................................................... 142
21.2 Data Host Nation Charts ........................................................................................... 143
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21.2.1 Download Host Nation Charts ........................................................................... 143
21.2.1.1 Create an ASPS Account ............................................................................ 144
21.3 Help ............................................................................................................................ 144
22 Route Panel ...................................................................................................................... 145
22.1 Create Route ............................................................................................................. 145
22.1.1 Add Military Training Routes (MTRs) to Route.................................................... 146
22.1.2 Add Airways to Route ......................................................................................... 147
22.2 Load Route ................................................................................................................ 148
22.3 Load Common Route Definition (CRD) File............................................................. 148
22.3.1 Save a CRD File ................................................................................................... 149
22.3.2 View a CRD File ................................................................................................... 149
22.4 Save Route ................................................................................................................. 150
22.5 Delete Route .............................................................................................................. 150
22.6 Reverse Route ............................................................................................................ 151
22.7 Clear Route ................................................................................................................ 151
22.8 AirDrop Route ............................................................................................................ 152
22.8.1 Activate AirDrop ................................................................................................. 152
22.8.2 Send Route Using AirDrop .................................................................................. 152
22.8.3 Receive Route Using AirDrop ............................................................................. 152
22.9 Add Search and Rescue (SAR) Pattern ................................................................... 153
22.10 Show Routes ............................................................................................................. 154
22.11 User Waypoints ........................................................................................................ 155
22.12 Point Shapes ............................................................................................................ 155
22.13 Route Line Transparency ........................................................................................ 157
22.14 Add Airport, NavAid, or Waypoint ......................................................................... 158
22.15 Delete Airport, NavAid, Waypoint ......................................................................... 158
22.16 Edit Route ................................................................................................................. 159
22.17 Estimated Time Enroute (ETE), Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) ............................. 160
23 Appendix A | NGA GEOAxIS Account Registration ..................................................... 161
23.1 Log in or Sign Up ........................................................................................................ 161
24 Appendix B | Uninstall and Delete Aero App Data ..................................................... 162
24.1 Uninstall Aero App and All Data Using iTunes Earlier Versions (Pre-12.7) .............. 162
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24.2 Delete Aero App and Data from the iPad ............................................................. 162
25 Appendix C | User Waypoints and Coordinates .......................................................... 163
26 Appendix D | PDF Viewer ............................................................................................... 164
26.1 Multiple Page ............................................................................................................. 164
26.2 PDF Search ................................................................................................................. 165
26.3 Share or Copy ............................................................................................................ 166
26.4 Print ............................................................................................................................. 166
27 Appendix E | Acronyms and Glossary ........................................................................... 167
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1 Introduction
The aeronautical multi-platform application, Aero App, is a collaborative effort
reaching across NGA and other government agencies, focused on supporting the
WarFighter and NGA Vision.
Aero App is designed to enhance the use of aeronautical Flight Information Publication
(FLIP) data and manage individual FLIP products. The key features of this product
enable you to:
o Create, save, edit, and delete routes based on airports and waypoints.
o View Supplements by global region.
o View Moving Map to display your nearest location and view map types such as
sectionals for FAA VFR and IFR High and Low Maps. Options include:
- Ownship: Show Ownship, Snap to Location, and North Up.
- Location Information: Show Breadcrumbs and Show Distance Rings.
- Weather and Traffic: Show NEXRAD, Show METARs, and Show Traffic.
o View navigational data such as Graphic Charts, CONUS Chart Graphics, Military
Training Routes, and more.
o View weather information: NOTAMs, METARs, and TAFs.
o View airport information such as Arrival Procedures, Departure Procedures,
Instrument Approach Procedures, and Giant Reports.
o Use integrated E6B flight computer for flight planning on the ground and in the air
calculations of Altitude, Cold Wx, Conversions (Distance, Temperature, and Weight),
Coordinates (Lat/Lon, MGRS, GARS, Radial), Descent, Distance (Distance, Speed,
and Time), IFR Climb, Rwy Winds, and Winds Aloft.
o Load and view PDF format.
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2 About the Manual
This Aero App User Manual is a comprehensive guide to the use and understanding of
Aero App for world-wide moving map coverage including aeronautical overlays and
user maps, displaying Air Force Weather, airport and other navigation information,
viewing georeferenced FLIP and FAA charts showing ownship location, viewing
Electronic – Instrument Procedure Library (E-IPL) and Host Nation charts, creating flight
plans, and much more.
Conventions used in this manual:
o Menu bars are depicted in bold, italicized text, e.g. Main Menu.
o Buttons are in bold, e.g. General.
2.1 Note Symbol
The note symbol represents a tip or an idea. The Aero App User Manual has several tips
and ideas that can be quickly identified with the notepad symbol next to the word
“NOTE”. The example below displays the Note symbol that will be distributed in the Aero
App User Manual.
NOTE: The Note symbol represents a tip or an idea.
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3 Getting Started
To use Aero App, you will need to:
1. Install Aero App following the instructions below.
2. Load an initial data cycle.
3. Upload the data cycle every 28 days.
This manual will walk you through the process of installing Aero App and loading data. It
will also show you how to perform common tasks and assist you with troubleshooting.
4 Troubleshooting
If you have problems that cannot be resolved, please contact Aero App Help Desk:
Commercial: 314-676-5439
DSN CONUS: 846-0684 or 846-5439
DSN OCONUS: 312-846-0684 or 312-846-5439
Secure: 577-7102
Toll Free: 877-817-9134
Email: AeroHelp ([email protected])
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 0700-1700 CDT
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5 Where to Obtain Aero App and Data
The Aero App has several ways to obtain Aero App and data. This section will provide
information on how to access the software and data.
5.1 Aero App
Aero App (National Stock Number [NSN] 7644016004225) is available for download or
on DVD from:
o Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). If you have any questions or need more
information, please contact Jorge Diaz ([email protected]).
o National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). The DVD image can be
downloaded via NIPRnet at (https://dbgia.geointel.nga.mil/efb/index.cfm). This link
requires a PKI-enabled CAC card for access. See your security team for a PKI
certificate if you receive the following message: “Certificate-based authentication
failed”.
o NGA GEOINT App Store
- Access Aero App at (https://apps.nga.mil)
- Requires a GEOAxIS account (https://geoaxis.nga.mil)
o NRL Geospatial Hub (GHub)
- Access Aero App at (https://ngaaero.nrlssc.navy.mil/ngaaeroghubweb)
- Requires a GEOAxIS account (https://geoaxis.nga.mil)
5.2 Data Updates
Instructions on refreshing your data are included in this User Manual. Updated cycles
are available from the following sources:
o AWS by logging in with your GEOAxIS or Aero User Database credentials.
o Aero App DVD, available through DLA.
o GHub at (https://ngaaero.nrlssc.navy.mil/ngaaeroghubweb/).
o Aero Data Server (ADS) (check with an administrator for computer configuration or
use ADS Discovery).
NOTE: To access GHub and AWS, users will need a GEOAxIS account and can be
set up at https://geoaxis.nga.mil.
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6 System Requirements
This section explains Aero App’s system requirements and compatible devices.
6.1 System Requirements
o Required
- An iPad with iOS 12.0 or later
- 16 GB of available storage (will allow you to install Aero App and one
complete data cycle)
o Optional
- A USB cable to connect the iPad to a stand-alone computer
- Laptop or PC with a DVD drive and one of the following operating systems:
o Mac OS X Version 10.5.8 or later
o Windows 10 or later
- The latest version of iTunes, available at https://www.apple.com/itunes.
- Internet connection if downloading data or Aero App via the internet
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7 How to Install or Update Aero App
This section explains how to install Aero App from a DVD using a Windows or Mac
computer. Please note that the screenshots shown below are provided as a guide only.
It will depend on whether you are using Windows or Mac, the version of the operating
system and which file sharing app is installed on your device.
7.1 Install from a DVD
1. Connect your iPad to a Mac or Windows computer using a USB cable.
2. Insert your data DVD onto your computer.
3. Locate and double click on the DVD drive from your folders.
Data DVD
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7.2 Install from iTunes
The iTunes application is used to install Aero App. Users with a Windows computer and
users who have not updated their Apple Mac to macOS Catalina, must use iTunes to
install Aero App. Users who have macOS Catalina, please refer to Section 7.3.
7.2.1 iTunes Version 12.7
1. Connect your iPad to a Mac or Windows computer via USB.
2. Once your device is connected, iTunes will display on your screen.
3. Click the iPad icon and your device information will display.
4. Drag and drop the AeroApp-<version-number>.ipa file from your DVD file onto
On My Device section.
5. A status bar will confirm that Aero App is being successfully loaded.
6. Click File Sharing and the apps that are listed below are the apps that transfer
documents between the user’s iPad and user’s computer.
AeroApp-<version-number>.ipa file
File Sharing
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7.2.2 iTunes Pre-12.7 Version
1. Click the folder titled, app-iOS from your DVD.
2. Connect your iPad to a Mac or Windows computer via USB.
3. Once your device is connected, iTunes will display on your screen.
4. Click the iPad icon and your device information will display.
5. Click File.
6. Under File, click Add File to Library and your file library will display.
7. Click the AeroApp ipa file.
8. Click open.
9. Click Install.
10. Click Apply located on the bottom of the screen.
11. To ensure if you have properly installed Aero App, return to your home screen
and the Aero App icon should be displayed as shown.
App-iOS
from DVD
Aero App ipa file
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7.3 Install from macOS Catalina
macOS Catalina has replaced the iTunes application with smaller applications.
Connect the iPad to an Apple Mac running macOS Catalina and your device will
appear on the Finder.
1. Connect your device to your Mac computer via USB.
2. Click Finder on the Mac Dock.
3. Locate your device on the left side of the Finder screen under Locations.
4. On top of the screen, a menu option for users will display. Click Files.
5. Drag and drop the AeroApp-<version-number>.ipa file from your DVD file onto
Sync ribbon on the bottom of the screen.
6. Aero App will be added into the Files folder.
7. To ensure if you have properly installed Aero App, return to the home screen of
your tablet and the Aero App icon should be displayed as shown.
Files
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7.4 Install from NRL Geospatial Hub (GHub)
1. Open a web browser and navigate to:
https://ngaaero.nrlssc.navy.mil/ngaaeroghubweb/#browse.
2. Enter your NGA GEOAxIS online credentials.
NOTE: If you do not have GEOAxIS credentials, refer to Appendix A | NGA
GEOAxIS Account Registration for help on creating a new account.
3. A GHub folder will appear, click the AERO folder.
4. Click the Application_Files.
5. Locate and click the AeroApp_iOS executable file.
User’s Credentials
AERO Folder
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7.5 Install from Apple App Store
1. Go to the Apple App store on your device.
2. Locate the search box and type Aero App in the space provided.
3. Tap Install.
7.6 Install from aeroapp.info
1. Go on your internet browser and open aeroapp.info.
2. On the Main Menu, select the Downloads button.
3. There will be three Menu options, select Software.
Search Box
Install Tab
Downloads
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4. Users are provided with five different ways to download Aero App; Direct Install
to Device, Apple App Store, NGA GEOINT Store, DVD Download Via NIPRNET, or
GHub. Select desired option.
NOTE: Users must have created an account or have credentials to the different
downloading platforms to obtain Aero App.
8 Data
The following data is available for download:
o Core Data
o Core Data Delta Files
o Moving Maps
o Giant Reports
o Helicopters and Terminal Area Charts (TACs)
o Electronic – Instrument Procedure Library (E-IPL)
o Air Force Weather (AF Wx)
o FAA Sectionals
o DigitalGlobe
o User Files
NOTE: Some products and/or data may be limited in their distribution. This may
include but not limited to E-ILP, AMC Giant Reports, Air Force weather,
DigitalGlobe imagery, and Contract fuel information. Please contact NGA
Aeronautical Dissemination Program office at [email protected] if you have
questions regarding access to these products and/or data.
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8.1 Core Data
Core Data includes Global zip file and the Africa, Alaska, Canada, CONUS 1, CONUS 2,
CSA, EEA, ENAME, and/or PAA region files. Usable data products in the Core Data
include, but not limited to, FLIP charts, Supplements, Planning Documents, Legends,
Moving Map Overlays including Airports, Air Refueling Routes, Airways, ARTCCs, and
many more. Users can choose to download zero or more regions; however, the Global
zip file is always required. Please refer to Section 9 for more information on how to load
data from Aero App.
NOTE: Users have the option to sideload data, please refer to Section 11 to view
different methods of sideloading data.
8.2 Core Data Delta Files
Core Data Delta Files are significantly smaller files that contain only data that has
changed from the previous cycle. Downloading Core Data Delta Files significantly
reduce download time.
Aero App will automatically download the delta files if the previous cycle is already
loaded in Aero App – this process is transparent to the user. After downloading the
delta files, Aero App will apply the Deltas to create the new cycle.
8.3 Moving Maps
Aero App includes an advanced Moving Map that displays world-wide VFR and IFR
charts. Aero App enables pilots to easily download the maps for their region of interest.
Please refer to Section 17 for more information on Moving Maps.
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8.4 Giant Reports
Giant Reports are PDF documents that are an assessment from the Air Force for safe
operations at an airfield. These can be downloaded and viewable within Aero App.
Please refer to Section 15.2 for guidance in locating Giant Reports.
8.5 Helicopters and Terminal Aera Charts (TACs)
Aero App can display a Helicopter (Gulf Coast), Helicopter (Routes), and Terminal Area
Charts (TACs) on the Moving Map.
The displaying of Helicopter and Terminal Area Charts directly on the Moving Map
results in perfect alignment on the underlining sectional (or another base map).
The georeferencing and spatial accuracy ensure that these charts can be used for an
accurate non-primary means of navigation. Please refer to Section 17.1.2 for more
information on Helicopters and Terminal Area Charts (TACs).
8.6 Electronic – Instrument Procedure Library (E-IPL)
Electronic – Instrument Procedure Library (E-IPL) charts are translations of Host Nation
procedures drawn in the familiar DoD approach format. E-IPL charts are intended to fill
gaps in instrument procedure coverage in existing DoD FLIP charts. E-IPL charts are
available for download from ADS and AWS.
NOTE: E-IPL full cycle is available every 28 days.
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8.7 Air Force Weather
Air Force Weather (AF Wx) is timely and accurate weather information from the Air
Force. Aero App enables users to view real-time weather information for METARs and
TAFs. Please refer to Section 17.7 for more information on Air Force Weather (AF Wx).
8.8 FAA Sectionals
FAA Sectionals are Sectional Aeronautical Charts designed for visual navigation used
for a flight under Visual Flight Rules and can be displayed as base maps on Aero App’s
Moving Map. Users with GEOAxIS, Aero User Database (AUD), and GHub credentials will
have access to FAA Sectionals. Please refer to Section 18.1 to reference how to load
FAA Sectional Charts. Please refer to Section 17.1.1.1 to reference how to display FAA
Sectionals onto the Moving Map.
8.9 Georeference
Georeference is an alignment of accurate location data to a map coordinate system
for Aero App. Aero App enables users to show ownship on Airport Diagram, Instrument
Approach Procedures, and their Moving Map, perfectly georeferenced. Please refer to
Section 21.1.2 on how to enable Show Ownship on APD and IAP and Show Airport Ring
on APD and IAP.
8.10 DigitalGlobe
DigitalGlobe is a satellite imagery that provides a visual percept of the ground
conditions to improve situational awareness. DigitalGlobe can be zoomed and
panned. DigitalGlobe require an internet connection to display on the Moving Map as
they cannot be downloaded to use offline. Please refer to Section 17.1.1.4.
"DigitalGlobe is the first company to deliver native 30cm resolution imagery, delivering
clearer, richer images that empower better decision making through improved
situational awareness." – DigitalGlobe
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8.11 User Files
User Files contain the user preferences and are used to store and upload User Map files
and other personal PDF files. User Maps can be in the data download page of Aero
App.
9 Contextual Help
Aero App’s contextual help provides a great first-time experience for users to get
familiar with certain tools and features within Aero App. The views in Aero App that
support contextual help have an orange icon that displays relevant feature
information when tapped.
Contextual
Help Icon
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10 Load Data
Data can be loaded from a DVD or a local computer. Giant Reports, FAA Sectionals,
Electronic – Instrument Procedure Library (E-IPL) and Moving Map data are not
available on the DVD. These data products may be downloaded separately from
GHub (excluding Giant Reports and Electronic Instrument Procedure Library) or AWS as
explained in the rest of this section, or they may be available through your organization
via other media.
10.1 Load Data Using AWS – Fast Cloud Downloading
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Data on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap Download.
4. Select the AWS – Fast Cloud Downloading.
5. Users will be given the option to access data through GEOAxIS, Aero User
Database, or MDM.
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10.1.1 Load Data Using GEOAxIS
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Data on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap Download.
4. Tap to select the AWS – Fast Cloud Downloading option.
5. Tap to select the GEOAxIS option.
6. Enter user’s credentials and tap Connect or Sign Up for an Account.
7. Users will be prompted to the Cycle section page, select desired cycle.
8. The Data Cycle Download page will display, select desired data cycle, including
Global.
9. Tap Download once desired data cycles are selected.
NOTE: Please refer to Appendix A | NGA GEOINT Account Registration for
guidance on creating an NGA GEOINT account.
10.1.2 Load Using Aero User Database (AUD)
Aero User Database (AUD) allows for authentication of both DoD users and Foreign
Partners. Aero User Database credentials are not related to GEOAxIS credentials and
CAC card access is not required.
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Data on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap Download.
4. Tap to select the AWS – Fast Cloud Downloading option.
User’s Credentials
Tap Connect when Done
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5. Tap to select the Aero User Database option.
6. Enter user’s credentials and tap Connect or Sign Up for an Account.
7. If you tap Sign Up for An Account, the userdb.aeroapp.info website will open.
8. Follow the prompts.
9. Tap Create Account when done.
10. Once signed in, users will be prompted to the Cycle section page, select desired
cycle.
11. The Data Cycle Download page will display, select desired data cycle, including
Global.
12. Tap Download once desired data cycles are selected.
User’s Credentials
Tap Connect when Done
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10.1.3 Load Data Using Mobile Device Management (MDM)
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Data on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap Download.
4. Tap to select the AWS – Fast Cloud Downloading option.
5. Tap to select the Mobile Device Management (MDM) option.
6. Your IT support must configure your device before you can download data;
otherwise this message will display:
7. Users will be prompted to the Cycle section page, select desired cycle.
8. The Data Cycle Download page will display, select desired data cycle, including
Global.
9. Tap Download once desired data cycles are selected.
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10.2 Load Data Using the Aero Data Server (ADS)
Aero Data Server (ADS) enables users to download Aero App data cycles over a local
Wi-Fi network to an iPad.
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Data on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap Download.
4. Tap Aero Data Server (ADS).
5. There will be a drop-down list of ADS servers available for users. Select desired
server.
10.2.1 Aero Data Server (ADS) Discovery
Aero Data Server (ADS) Discovery allows the user to automatically find ADS servers
without the need to enter the IP address and port of the ADS server.
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Data on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap Download.
4. Tap Aero Data Server (ADS).
5. The ADS Discovery button is enabled by default.
6. All available ADS servers will display. Select desired server.
ADS Discovery
Enabled Available ADS
Servers
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7. Users will be prompted to the Cycle section page, select desired cycle.
8. The Data Cycle Download page will display, select desired data cycle, including
Global.
9. Tap Download once desired data cycles are selected.
10.2.2 Default to Manually-Entered IP Address and Port
1. As an alternative, users can manually enter the IP Address and Port number.
2. Once Aero App has located the user’s desired ADS Server, tap Connect.
3. Users will be prompted to the Cycle section page, select desired cycle.
4. The Data Cycle Download page will display, select desired data cycle, including
Global.
5. Tap Download once desired data cycles are selected.
IP Address Port number
Tap Connect
when Done
ADS Discovery
Disabled
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10.3 Load Data Using NGA Aero / GHub Access
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Data on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap Download.
4. Tap NGA Aero/GHub Access.
5. Enter user’s credentials and tap Connect or Sign Up for an Account.
NOTE: Please refer to Appendix A | NGA GEOAxIS Account Registration for
guidance on creating an NGA GEOINT account.
6. Users will be prompted to the cycle section page, select desired cycle.
7. The Data Cycle Download page will display, select desired data cycle, including
Global.
8. Tap Download once desired data cycles are selected.
User’s Credentials
Tap Connect when Done
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10.4 Easy Buttons
Easy Buttons enable users to select a specific region or regions’ files for downloading.
Easy Buttons are available on the AWS – GEOAxIS, Aero User Database, MDM, Aero
Data Server (ADS), and GHub pages.
1. Once the user has selected the appropriate Data Source and the desired cycle,
users will be prompted to the Data Cycle Download page.
2. Tap on an Easy Button:
o Africa
o Alaska
o Canada
o CONUS
o CSA
o EEA
o ENAME
o PAA
3. A dialog box will display with the selected region files for that specific region. Tap
No or Yes.
4. Users can select or deselect desired individual data cycle files. Tap Download to
start loading files.
Easy Buttons
Easy Button pop-up
confirmation
Download
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10.5 Download Data from AWS onto Computer
Users can download data from AWS.
1. From your Windows or Mac computer, open an internet browser and navigate to
https://download.aeroapp.info/.
NOTE: Alternatively, users can go to aeroapp.info > Downloads > Data and users
will be directed to the Data Menu Options page.
2. Login using credentials for GEOAxIS or Aero User Database.
3. Aero User Database users will be prompted to select a partner upon login.
4. A data menu options screen will display, users will have multiple folders to choose
from. Click Cycles.
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5. Click the latest cycle or the desired cycle.
6. Users will be redirected to the download page. Located on the top right of the
screen are options to choose from Full Data Files, or Delta Files to download the
data cycle.
7. Once the type of download files has been selected, click the ZIP and SIG
buttons on desired region or regions’: AFRICA, ALASKA, CANADA, CONUS, CSA,
EEA, ENAME, and/or PAA.
NOTE: If users are not downloading Delta Files, users must include Global to
obtain core data files.
8. Above the Windows taskbar will display a pop-up download confirmation with
options to Open, Save, or cancel download. Click Save or click the arrow-up
(icon) and select Save as.
9. Once the data is finished downloading, select from options to Open, Open
folder, or View downloads.
10. Connect your iPad into a Mac or Windows computer via USB cable.
11. iTunes will appear.
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12. Click the iPad icon and your device information will display.
13. Locate Aero App under File Sharing.
14. Go to the bottom of the iTunes screen and click Add File. File Explorer will pop-
up.
15. Drag the downloaded data files from your Downloads folder onto your iPad.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 13 on how to load and view data status.
File Sharing
Add File
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10.6 Download Data from NRL Geospatial Hub (GHub) onto
Computer
1. From your Windows or Mac computer, open an internet browser and navigate to
https://ngaaero.nrlssc.navy.mil/ngaaeroghubweb/#browse.
2. Enter user’s GEOAxIS credentials and tap Sign In.
3. Drag desired files onto computer.
NOTE: If you do not have a GEOAxIS username and password, see Appendix A |
NGA GEOINT Account Registration.
User’s Credentials
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11 Sideloading Data
This section explains how to sideload data cycles.
11.1 Sideloading Data Using DVD
Users can sideload data cycles using a DVD via USB.
1. Connect your iPad into a Mac or Windows computer via USB.
2. Insert the data DVD onto user’s computer.
3. Locate and double click on the DVD drive from File Explorer.
11.1.1 Sideload Data Using iTunes
Aero App data can be sideloaded using Apple iTunes.
1. Connect your iPad to a Mac or Windows computer via USB.
2. iTunes will display on the screen.
3. Click the iPad icon and your device information will display.
4. Locate Aero App under File Sharing.
Data DVD
File Sharing
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5. Go to the bottom of the iTunes screen and click Add File. File Explorer will pop-
up.
6. Drag the desired data cycles from your DVD onto the Aero App.
7. The files copy onto Aero App Documents.
NOTE: Users must include Global to obtain the core data files.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 13 on how to load and view data status.
Add File
Data DVD
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11.1.2 Sideload Data Using macOS Catalina
macOS Catalina has replaced the iTunes application with smaller applications.
Connect the iPad to an Apple Mac running macOS Catalina and your device will
appear on the Finder.
1. Connect your device to a Mac computer via USB.
2. Click Finder on the Mac Dock.
3. Locate your device on the left side of the Finder screen under Locations.
4. On top of the screen, a menu option will display. Click Files.
5. Aero App will display under Files. Click the drop-down arrow (icon) on the left
side of Aero App to display all available folders.
6. Locate the desired files to sideload into Aero App.
Files
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7. Drag the desired data cycles from the DVD onto the Aero App.
8. The files will copy onto Aero App Files.
NOTE: Users must include Global to obtain the core data files.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 13 on how to load and view data status.
11.2 Sideloading User Maps
Aero App enables users to load User Maps as their base Map. User Maps must be
sideloaded. Please refer to Section 17.1.4 for more information on how to overlay User
Maps on the Moving Map.
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11.2.1 Sideloading User Maps Using iTunes.
1. Connect your device to your Mac or Windows computer via USB.
2. iTunes will display on your screen.
3. Click the iPad icon and your device information will display.
4. Locate Aero App under File Sharing.
5. Drag the desired User Map files into Aero App.
6. To confirm if the files were properly transferred, open Aero App on your tablet.
7. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
8. Tap the Maps button, the loaded User Maps should list under the User Maps
section.
File Sharing
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11.2.2 Sideloading User Maps Using macOS Catalina
1. Connect your device to your Mac computer via USB.
2. Click Finder on the Mac Dock.
3. Locate your device on the left side of the Finder screen under Locations.
4. On top of the screen, a menu option will display. Click Files.
5. Aero App will display under Files. Click the drop-down arrow (icon) on the left
side of Aero App to display all available folders.
6. Locate the files you want to sideload into Aero App.
Files
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7. Drag the desired User Map files into the Aero App folder and the files will display
under Aero App.
8. To confirm if the files were properly transferred, open Aero App on your tablet.
9. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
10. Tap the Maps button, the loaded User Maps should list under the User Maps
section.
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11.3 Sideloading User Waypoints
Users can sideload Waypoints.
1. Create a folder in your desktop named User Waypoint.
2. Open TextEdit on your Mac Desktop and a pop-up will appear.
3. On the top left corner of the screen, hover over Format and click Make Plain
Text.
4. The TextEdit will be renamed to Untitled – Edited.
5. Click the drop-down arrow (icon) and rename the Text Document file. The file
must end with *waypoints.txt.
6. Click in the textfile folder and create the Waypoint following the format:
<ID>,<Name>,<Latitude>,<Longitude>.
7. Once the User Waypoint has been created, click the red button to quit the app,
your data will automatically be saved.
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11.3.1 Sideloading User Waypoints Using iTunes
1. Connect your device to your Mac or Windows computer using a USB cable.
2. iTunes will display on your screen.
3. Click the iPad icon and your device information will display.
4. Locate Aero App under File Sharing.
5. Click on Aero App.
6. Locate the User Waypoints textfiles.
7. Drag the desired User Waypoints textfiles into the folder.
File Sharing
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8. To confirm if the files were properly transferred, open Aero App on your tablet.
9. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
10. Tap the Route tab to expand the Route Panel.
11. Tap the Add Airport, NavAid, or Waypoint (+) Icon and search the loaded
Waypoint textfile. The Waypoint textfile will load onto the Route Panel.
12. Tap Route and a pop-up will display, tap Save.
13. Tap Route again and from the drop-down menu.
14. Tap Load and your Waypoint Textfiles will be listed.
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11.3.2 Sideloading User Waypoints Using macOS Catalina
1. Connect your device to your Mac computer via USB.
2. Click Finder on the Mac Dock.
3. Locate your device on the left side of the Finder screen under Locations.
4. On top of the screen, a menu option for users will display. Click Files.
5. Aero App will display under Files.
6. Locate the User Waypoints textfiles.
7. Drag the desired User Waypoints textfiles into the folder.
8. To confirm if the files were properly transferred, open Aero App on your tablet.
9. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
10. Tap the Route tab to expand the Route Panel.
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11. Tap the Add Airport, NavAid, or Waypoint (+) Icon and search the loaded
Waypoint textfile. The Waypoint textfile will load onto the Route Panel.
12. Tap Route and a drop-down list will display, tap Save.
13. Tap Route again and from the drop-down menu.
14. Tap Load and your Waypoint Textfiles will be listed.
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11.4 Sideloading Documents
Users can sideload user documents onto Aero App.
11.4.1 Sideloading Documents Using iTunes
1. Connect your iPad to a Mac or Windows computer via USB.
2. iTunes will display on your screen.
3. Click the iPad icon and your device information will display.
4. Locate Aero App under File Sharing.
5. Click on Aero App.
6. Locate the Documents that you want sideloaded onto Aero App.
File Sharing
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7. Drag the desired documents into the Aero App folder.
8. To confirm if the files were properly transferred, open Aero App on your tablet.
9. Tap General on the Main Menu.
10. Tap Docs on the Secondary Menu.
11. Tap the gray ribbon to select a document.
12. Your loaded PDF files will be listed.
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11.4.2 Sideloading Documents Using macOS Catalina
1. Connect your device to your Mac computer via USB.
2. Click Finder on the Mac Dock.
3. Locate your device on the left side of the Finder screen under Locations.
4. On top of the screen, a menu option for users will display. Click Files.
5. Aero App will display under Files.
6. Locate the Documents that you want sideloaded onto Aero App.
7. Drag the desired documents into the Aero App folder.
8. To confirm if the files were properly transferred, open Aero App on your tablet.
9. Tap General on the Main Menu.
10. Tap Docs on the Secondary Menu.
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11. Tap the gray ribbon to select a document.
12. The loaded PDF files will be listed.
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12 Updating Aero App Data
Aero App Data updates are released periodically. Users can load and manage up to
two Data Cycles at a time. Data notifications display when Aero App Data is not valid
for the period of use.
12.1 Data Notification
Aero App will display data notification warnings if there is no active cycle, the active
data cycle is not current, or an E-IPL update is required.
No active cycle
Aero App displays airport information, FLIP charts and other data for the Active Cycle. If
no Active Cycle is selected, Aero App will display the following notification. If there is
data in the Standby Cycle, then tap on Swap Cycles on the Data Status page to move
the data to the Active Cycle. If there is no data in either cycle, then data must be
downloaded or sideloaded.
Active cycle is not current
Aero App will display a data notification if the Active Cycle is not current. In this
configuration, Aero App will not display current information and it is recommended to
ensure that the Active Cycle is always current.
An E-IPL update is required
An E-IPL update becomes available 14 days after the cycle’s effective date. When E-
IPLs are ready for download the following notification will display.
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13 Manage Data
Aero App has several platforms to load data. This section will explain the different ways
to load data and view data status.
13.1 Data Status
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Data on the Secondary Menu to view data information.
3. The Data Status screen will display.
4. The effective dates of the Active Cycle will be displayed on the left, and the
Standby Cycle will be displayed on the right.
5. From this screen, you can also download new cycles when they become
available.
NOTE: Core data files are current for 28 days after the effective date.
13.2 Manage Data on Device
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Data on the Secondary Menu to view data information.
Standby Cycle
Effective Dates
Active Cycle
Effective Dates
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3. Tap Refresh. All the available data files will display Found.
4. Tap Move to Standby. Once data is validated, you will see a notification.
5. Tap Swap Cycles to activate the current data.
Available
Data Files
Refresh
Move to Standby
Swap Cycles
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6. After the data has been swapped, you will see the effective date of the data
located under Active Cycle.
7. If you have maps loaded, the Load Maps button appears. Tap the Load Maps
option.
8. Tap on View to display loaded Active Cycle or Standby Cycle.
Load Maps
Available Cycle Data
Available Moving
Map Data
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13.3 Data Status and Deltas
Users can select to download Delta files or AirDrop-compatible files. If users intend to
AirDrop files to another device, they must download full data cycles by selecting the
AirDrop-compatible files option.
13.3.1 Download Delta Files (Faster)
Deltas are defined as the core data changes between cycles. Instead of downloading
a full cycle, users have the option to download the changes and apply them to a
previous cycle. This results in smaller file sizes reducing the download time. To download
Delta files, the previous data cycle must be in Active or Standby cycle.
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Data on the Secondary Menu.
3. Download Delta files (faster) will be selected by default, tap Download.
4. Enter credentials for AWS, ADS, or GHub.
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5. Select the latest cycle.
6. Files that were already loaded from the previous cycle will automatically be
selected. Tap Download.
7. Tap Done when download is complete.
8. On the Data Status page, tap Move to Standby and an Applying Deltas pop-up
will display.
9. Tap Swap Cycles to move data in Standby Cycle to Active Cycle.
10. Tap View to verify the data in Active Cycle.
13.3.2 Download AirDrop-compatible Files
AirDrop-compatible files consist of the full data cycle without Deltas. If this option is
selected, users will find Deltas files inaccessible when downloading since Deltas are not
AirDrop-compatible.
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Data on the Secondary Menu.
3. Download Delta files (faster) will be selected by default, select AirDrop-
compatible files.
4. Tap Download.
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5. Enter credentials for AWS, ADS, or GHub.
6. Select the desired cycle.
7. Select regions to download.
8. Tap Download.
9. Tap Done when download is complete.
10. On the Data Status page, tap Move to Standby.
11. Tap Swap Cycles to move data in Standby Cycle to Active Cycle.
12. Tap View to verify the data in Active Cycle.
NOTE: A warning pop-up will appear if users try to move downloaded delta files
to Standby Cycle while Download AirDrop-compatible files is selected. Tapping
Apply Deltas and Load on the warning pop-up will allow users to move the
downloaded delta files to Standby Cycle.
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13.4 AirDrop
Users can share Data Cycles, Maps, and additional files with another device as long as
they are AirDrop-compatible. Users can select to share individual or multiple files at a
time. When selecting Regions and Data Types, file sizes will be displayed. The total file
size will be displayed on the bottom of the screen.
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Data on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap the Share button and a Data Sharing page will display.
4. Select to share data from Active Cycle or Standby Cycle.
5. Select the desired Regions to share.
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6. Select the desired Data Types to share.
7. Select the desired additional files to share.
8. Tap Share when done.
NOTE: Users can tap Select All to highlight all files or tap Clear to deselect all
selected files.
NOTE: If AirDrop fails, close the Data Sharing page, reopen, and try again. This is
a known Apple AirDrop issue.
NOTE: The Core Data* data type includes Global and Georeference files.
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13.4.1 AirDrop and Delta Files
Users who attempt to share files that are not AirDrop-compatible will be notified with
multiple warnings. When the user selects files which contain Delta files, a red bar will
appear at the bottom of the Data Sharing page listing the Delta files. If the user
proceeds to share the files, a warning message will appear where they can select
Cancel, Help or Share. Tapping on the Help button displays Contextual Help and
tapping on the Share button will only share AirDrop-compatible files and exclude delta
files.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 13.3.2 to redownload AirDrop-compatible files.
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13.5 File Manager
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Data on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap Download.
4. Tap on the File Manager tab.
5. To view all loaded files, select from the following:
o Documents
o Moving Maps
o Electronic – Instrument Procedure Library (E-IPL)
6. Swipe the files that you want deleted to the left and tap Delete.
Available files
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14 Aero App Menus
When you open Aero App, you will notice a menu bar across the top of the screen. The
top row of buttons are the Main Menu options. By tapping on the red box with a white
arrow, you have the option to hide or show the Main Menu and Secondary Menus. The
following sections will explain how to use the Main Menu options.
14.1 Main Menu Options
o When you tap on a menu option, the color will change from blue to teal.
o Unselected menu options will revert to blue.
o You may need to scroll left to right to view hidden buttons.
Search Icon – To search an active Airport, NavAid, or Waypoint tap the
search icon on the top left of the screen and use the search pop-up to select
the appropriate airport, navaid, or waypoint. The active selection will be used
to display its information, airport diagram, instrument approach procedures,
and more.
Selected Airports/Waypoints – The selected identifier or waypoint will show
Airport General information such as AQP status, Giant Reports, airport
communications, runway specifications, and more.
Moving Map – Displays a high-performance moving map which provides
various settings and overlays to customize its display. Charts such as VFR
Sectionals, High and Low Enroutes are available.
General – This menu item gives pilots access to a large library of material such
as Charts, Supplements, Area Planning documents, User PDF documents and
Terminal Legend Procedures.
Notepad – This feature enables pilots to create up to three pages of notes
using their fingertips or a stylus.
E6B – This feature allows pilots to perform a variety of navigation calculations.
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Wx Images – Provides access to real-time weather images, including
precipitation, storm, icing, freezing levels, winds aloft, and forecasts.
App Management – This feature lets pilots manage data and preferences for
Aero App. It also provides users access to the Help section.
Red Box/Arrow – Tapping on the arrow will hide or show the Main and
Secondary Menus.
14.2 Route Menu Options
Red Box/Arrow – Tapping on the arrow will hide or show the Route Panel.
Plus Sign – Tapping on the plus icon, brings an identifier search dialog. It lets
pilots add Airport, NavAid, or Waypoint dialog box. Users can search by ICAO
Code, Name of Airport, or Distance.
Edit – Allows users to reorder and delete entries from your route.
Route – Allows users to Load, Save, Reverse, Clear, AirDrop, Add SAR Patterns,
Show Routes, and manage User Waypoints.
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14.3 Search Airport and Identifier Menu Options
o By tapping the Search Icon on the Main Menu, a Search pop-up screen will
display.
o The Search menu returns the results for a searched identifier such as airports,
navaids, waypoints and airways. Users can then navigate to other tabs to display
its information, airport diagram, instrument approach procedures, and more.
NOTE: Users can add an identifier to their Favorites list as explained in Section
17.10.3.
Search Box Add to Favorites
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14.3.1 Giant Report Shortcut
Aero App allows users to shortcut to the airport’s Giant Report if data is available for the
searched ICAO.
1. Enter a desired identifier or search term in the search box.
2. Tap the Giant Report Shortcut to enable the option.
3. Select the appropriate airport provided below.
4. The Giant Report for that specific airport will display.
NOTE: Users must have already downloaded Giant Reports to view Giant Reports.
Giant Report Shortcut
Airports will list
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14.4 Identifier Options
The selected identifier will appear to the left of the Main Menu. When you tap on the
ICAO code, the Secondary Menu will be displayed as illustrated below.
Info – Displays detailed information about the selected Airport, including General
Info, AQP, Giant Report, Communications, Runways, Chart Supplements, and
Remarks.
APD – Displays the Airport Diagram for the selected Airport.
IAP – Displays the Instrument Approach Procedures for the selected Airport.
Dep – Displays the Departure Procedures for the selected Airport.
Arr – Displays the Arrival Procedures for the selected Airport.
TO min – Displays the Take Off Minimums.
Lnd Min – Displays the Alternate Minimums.
Other – Display charts otherwise not displayed under the remaining tabs. They may
include special procedures and RNAVs among others.
Host Nation – Displays the APD, IAP, SID, STAR, Visual Approach, and other charts
such as Docking/ Parking and VFR AIPs for airports outside the USA. Host Nation
Charts are downloaded through App Mgmt.
Wx – Displays options for viewing NOTAMS and METARs/TAFs.
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14.5 General Menu Options
By tapping on General on the Main Menu, you will be able to access a large library of
material such as FAA data, FLIP Charts, Supplements, Area Planning Books, PDFs loaded
into Aero App and Terminal Legend Procedures.
Charts – Displays a dialog box from which you can select High and Low
Enroute Charts, Area Charts, Graphic Charts, CONUS Chart Graphics, Military
Training Routes (MTR), and other. Charts can be selected through the drop-
down menu.
Supplements – Displays a dialog box from which users can select the
appropriate Supplements Book in the FLIP Chart Library. Supplement Books
are in PDF format.
Area Planning Documents – Displays a dialog box from which users can
select the Area Planning Documents in PDF format. The General Planning
Book is listed in this menu from the FLIP Area Planning Library.
User Documents – Displays access to user-defined content loaded into the
documents library.
Terminal Procedure Legend – Displays the Terminal Procedure Legend.
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14.6 Notepad
The notepad lets you create up to three pages of notes, using your fingertips or a stylus.
It includes an Undo and a Clear button.
14.7 E6B Menu Options
The electronic calculator allows the pilot to perform a variety of calculations for flight
planning on the ground and in the air. Please refer to Section 18 titled E6B Menu for the
breakdown of E6B menu options.
14.8 Weather (Wx) Images Menu Options
This menu option provides access to real-time weather images, including precipitation,
storm, icing, freezing levels, winds aloft and forecasts. Please refer to Section 19 titled
Weather (Wx) Images.
1. Tap Weather (Wx) Images on the Main Menu.
2. A pop-up menu will display for each menu option, when selected, a real-time
weather image will display.
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14.9 Application Management (App Mgmt) Menu Options
The Application Management (App Mgmt) Menu Option allows you to select
preferences, load and refresh data, load Host Nation charts, and access detailed
information about Aero App.
Preferences allow users to modify various system settings such as
User Interface, Miscellaneous, Route, and Reset. User Interface
includes Night Mode, Pop-up Close On X, Big Buttons, and Main
Menu at Top. Miscellaneous includes Show Ownship on APD and
IAP, Show Airport Ring on APD and IAP, Switch to APD on Landing,
and Minimum Runway Length (ft). Route includes Snap Route to
Current Leg and Reset includes the option to Clear All Chart
Markups.
Data Status page allows users to manage cycles.
Displays the Host Nation Charts Manager screen with an option to
download the charts for the selected ICAO code.
Displays information for Aero App such as – What’s New, Web
Links, ReadMe, User Manual, and About.
15 Using the Main Menu
The Main Menu is utilized to display the main functions of Aero App and is located
either on the top or bottom of the screen (user-configurable).
15.1 Search Active Airport, NavAid, or Waypoint
To search an active airport, navaid, or waypoint tap the search icon on the top left of
the screen and use the search pop-up to select the appropriate airport, navaid, or
waypoint. The active selection will then be used to display its information, airport
diagram, instrument approach procedures, and more.
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15.2 Information
Airport information includes many types of information such as:
o General information such as AQP status, Giant Reports, airport communications,
runway specifications, and more.
o Airport diagrams and Hot Spots.
o Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs).
o Arrival and Departure Procedures (STARs and DPs).
o Takeoff and Landing minimums.
o Host Nation Charts.
o Weather and Potential Hazards Data (NOTAMs, METARs, and TAFs).
NavAid and airport information includes latitude, longitude, and other pertinent
information. You can find Airport Information on various sections by tapping on the
ICAO code on the Main Menu, Moving Map Route Panel, and by tapping an identifier
on the Moving Map.
General Info includes airport information
and gives users the options to view Chart
Supplements and Giant Report.
Airport Qualification Program (AQP) will
display for those ICAOs that have this
information available.
Communications information consists of
frequencies and phone numbers that
pertain to the selected entity.
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Runways information consists of runway
dimensions and surface type, traffic
pattern altitude, runway conditions, etc.
Remarks consist of airport obstructions,
fuel, cautions, etc.
16 Airport Charts
1. To review the Airport charts for the selected airport, tap the ICAO Code on the
Main Menu.
2. Tap to select one of the following Secondary Menu.
3. Your selected chart will display.
Airport Identifier
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16.1 Draw on Airport Diagrams (APDs) and Instrument Approach
Procedures (IAPs) Charts
1. Tap the ICAO Code on the Main Menu.
2. Tap APDs or IAPs on the Secondary Menu.
3. Selected Charts will display.
4. The pencil symbol allows the user to draw on the Chart. There are options to
Save, Undo and Clear.
NOTE: Drawings on Charts persist across cycles for 6 months.
NOTE: Drawing on Charts are only available for Airport Diagrams and Instrument
Approach Procedures.
Airport Diagram (APDs) Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs)
Save Undo Clear Rotate
Screen
Expand
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16.2 Contract Fuel Locations on APDs
Aero App has enables users to view Contract Fuel Locations in a couple of ways. Users
can overlay the Contract Fuel Locations on the Airport Diagram and while using the
split screen feature in the Moving Map.
1. Tap the ICAO Code on the Main Menu.
2. Select APD on the Secondary Menu.
3. A gas pump icon will display on the bottom right corner of the airport diagram.
4. Tap the gas pump icon and your screen will display green and orange pins
where the fuel locations are located.
5. To remove the Contract Fuel Locations, tap the gas pump icon.
Contract Fuel Locations on APDs
NOTE: Only fuel locations that have known latitude and longitude information will
show on the charts.
NOTE: Georeference is required to view Contract Fuel Locations on APDs.
NOTE: Users can overlay Contract Fuel Locations on APDs with the split screen.
Please refer to Section 17.10.4.1.
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16.3 Continuation of Charts
1. Tap the ICAO Code on the Main Menu.
2. Select desired charts on the Secondary Menu.
3. Charts will display once selected.
Departure Procedures Arrival Procedures
Takeoff Minimums Landing Alternative Minimums
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Other Host Nation
NOTE: To zoom in or out of the airport diagram, on the top right corner of your
screen there is an option to maximize or minimize the diagram. You also have the
option to zoom in and out with your fingers.
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16.4 Weather and Potential Hazard Information
If you have internet connection, you can view weather and potential flight hazard
information by ICAO Code. Available information currently includes NOTAMs (Federal
Aviation Administration), METARs (Aviation Weather Center/NOAA), TAFs (Aviation
Weather Center/NOAA), Winds, Temps, and PIREPs.
1. Tap the active ICAO Code in the upper left corner of the Main Menu.
2. Tap Weather (Wx) on the Secondary Menu.
3. It will automatically default to the Internet tab
16.4.1 Internet
This section explains how to retrieve information from METARs, Terminal Aerodrome
Forecasts (TAFs) view and NOTAMs view.
16.4.1.1 METARs and Terminal Aerodrome Forecasts (TAFs) View
Aero App displays METARs and TAFs from the Aviation Digital Data Service. To view
METARs, TAFs, do the following:
1. Tap on the ICAO Code on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Weather (Wx) on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap Internet on the bottom ribbon
4. Select METARs & TAFs as shown below to view information for the selected
airport.
Raw Weather
Information
Decode
disabled
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5. Toggle the Decode option to view raw or decoded weather information.
16.4.1.2 NOTAMs View
NOTAMs are notices to alert pilots of potential hazards along a flight route or at a
location that can affect the safety of the flight.
1. Tap on the ICAO Code on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Weather (Wx) on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap NOTAMs to view information provided by the Defense Internet NOTAM
Service (DINS).
4. The screen will display NOTAMs for your selected airport.
Decoded Weather
Information
Decode
enabled
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16.4.2 METARs
The METARs tab displays ADS-B data that may include temperature, precipitation,
visibility, barometric pressure, and other information of interest to pilots.
1. Tap on the ICAO Code on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Weather (Wx) on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap the METARs tab on the bottom menu to display ADS-B data information.
16.4.3 Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAFs)
Terminal Aerodrome Forecast showcases the expected meteorological conditions at
an airport during a specific period, typically 24 hours.
1. Tap on the ICAO Code on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Weather (Wx) on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap the Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAFs) tab on the bottom to display the
TAFs data.
METARs Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAFs)
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16.4.4 Winds and Temps Aloft
Winds Aloft and Temps Aloft are forecasts of specific atmospheric conditions in terms of
wind and temperature at certain altitudes; typically measured in feet above mean sea
level. Wind direction is always in reference to true north. The wind speed is measured in
knots and the temperature is measured in Celsius.
1. Tap on the ICAO Code on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Wx on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap the Winds tab on the bottom to display Winds data.
4. Tap the Temps tab on the bottom to display temperature data.
Winds Temps Aloft
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16.4.5 PIREPs
Pilot Reports (PIREPs) are reports of actual weather conditions encountered by an
ownship in flight.
1. Tap on the ICAO Code on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Weather (Wx) on the Secondary Menu.
3. Select the Pilot Report (PIREPs) tab on the bottom to display PIREPs data.
16.4.6 NOTAMs
Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs) alerts pilots of potential hazards along a flight route that
could affect safety.
1. Tap the ICAO Code on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Weather (Wx) on the Secondary Menu.
3. Select the NOTAMs tab on the bottom to display NOTAMs data.
Pilot Reports (PIREPs) Notice of Airmen (NOTAMs)
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17 Moving Map
The Moving Map has various settings that enables pilots to customize the display of their
map. At the top of the Moving Map, your true airspeed, track, altitude above mean
sea level displays, and distance traveled displays.
The Moving Map Menu option displays a high-performance moving map. The following
features will be accessible through this screen:
o Route Panel
o Maps
o Overlays
o Options
o Crosshair icon (snap to location)
o Search icon (ICAO look up)
o Split Screen icon
o ADS-B
o Timer
o Air Force Weather (AF Wx)
o Breadcrumbs - can be accessed by tapping on Lat, Lon numbers on the top right of
the screen
Distance and Bearing
Center Target
Split Screen
Route Tab
Crosshair Icon
Main Menus
Search Icon
Speed, Track, Altitude
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17.1 Maps
Maps tab is located at the bottom right of the Moving Map screen and consists of Aero
Maps, Helicopters and TACs, Map Options, and User Maps.
17.1.1 Aero App Maps
The Aero App Maps displays Visual Flight Rule (VFR) sectionals, Instrument Flight Rule
(IFR) low and high Enroute charts, and DigitalGlobe.
17.1.1.1 FAA Visual Flight Rule (VFR) Sectionals
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Maps located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Select FAA Visual Flight Rule (VFR) and the Visual Flight Rule (VFR) sectional will
display on the map.
17.1.1.2 Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) High Enroute
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Maps located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Select Instrument Flight Rule (IFR High) and high-altitude Instrument Flight Rule
(IFR) Enroute charts will display on the map.
FAA Visual Flight Rule (VFR) Sectionals Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) High Enroute
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17.1.1.3 Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) Low Enroute
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Maps located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Select Instrument Flight Rule (IFR Low) Enroute and low-altitude Instrument Flight
Rule (IFR) Enroute charts will display on the map.
17.1.1.4 DigitalGlobe
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Maps located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Select DigitalGlobe and the digitalglobe base map made up of real-time
satellite imagery will display on the map.
NOTE: Only users with credentials for GEOAxIS, Aero User Database (AUD) and
MDM will have DigitalGlobe access. Credentials will be cleared when the user
closes Aero App.
NOTE: DigitalGlobe requires internet for usage.
NOTE: Once DigitalGlobe has been enabled, the globe will appear white. Users
will need to zoom in to view the DigitalGlobe.
Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) Low Sectionals DigitalGlobe
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17.1.2 Helicopters and Terminal Area Charts (TACs)
The Helicopters and Terminal Area Charts (TACs) option displays Helicopter (Gulf Coast),
Helicopter (Routes), and Terminal Area Charts (TACs) on your Moving Map.
17.1.2.1 Helicopter (Gulf Coast)
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Maps located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Select Helicopter (Gulf Coast) and a chart on the Gulf Coast will be overlaid on
the Moving Map.
17.1.2.2 Helicopter (Routes)
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Maps located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Select Helicopter (Routes) and a chart will be overlaid for certain areas on the
Moving Map.
17.1.2.3 Terminal Area Charts (TACs)
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Maps located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Select Terminal Area Charts (TACs) and a chart will be overlaid for certain areas
on the Moving Map.
Helicopter (Gulf Coast) Helicopter (Routes) Terminal Area Charts
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17.1.3 Map Options
This section will explain Base Map options. The option to customize how you want your
Moving Map to display as.
17.1.3.1 Base Map – Earth
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Maps located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Tap the Earth Base Map option and your map should display an Earth Base Map.
17.1.3.2 Base Map – Gray
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Maps located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Tap the Gray Base Map option and your map should display a gray Earth.
17.1.4 User Maps
1. Tap the Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Maps located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. The loaded files will display under User Maps.
4. Select desired file(s).
5. Overlays will display on the Moving Map.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 11.2.1 for information on sideloading User Maps
using iTunes and Section 11.2.2 for sideloading User Maps using macOS Catalina.
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17.2 Overlays
Aero App can display several different components. This section will explain how to
utilize every overlay on the Moving Map.
17.2.1 Aero App Overlays
Aero App Overlays have various options that enable pilots to customize their map
display.
17.2.1.1 Airports
1. Tap Moving Maps on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the Airports button to green to display the ICAO codes on the map.
17.2.1.2 Air Refueling Routes
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the Air Refueling Routes button to green to display ARR on the map.
4. By tapping on the ARR labels on the map, a pop-up will appear with additional
information.
Airports Air Refueling Routes
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17.2.1.3 Airspaces (B, C, D)
1. Tap the Moving Map on Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the Airspaces (B, C, D) button to green and Airspace classes will overlay
on the map.
4. By tapping on the Airspaces (B, C, D), a pop-up will appear with additional
information.
17.2.1.4 Airways – Low
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Tap the Airways Low option and low-altitude airways that are below 18,000 ft will
display on the map.
17.2.1.5 Airways – High
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Tap the Airways High option and the high-altitude airways that are between
18,000 ft and 45,000 ft will display on the map.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 22.1.2 on how to add Airways to route.
Airspaces (B, C, D) Airways – Low Airways – High
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17.2.1.6 Arresting Gear
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the Arresting Gear button to overlay areas where arresting gear is
available.
4. By tapping the arresting gear icon, a pop-up will display with the appropriate
airport name, identifier, arresting gear information such as absorbing system and
engagement type, command, and the runway direction.
17.2.1.7 Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs) – Low
Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs) low and high, is primarily to provide air traffic
service for pilots that are operating on an IFR flight plan.
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Tap the Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs) low button and your map will
overlay regions of Low ARTCCs.
Arresting Gear Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs)
– Low
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17.2.1.8 Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs) – High
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Tap the Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs) high button and your map will
overlay regions of High ARTCCs.
17.2.1.9 Flight Information Regions (FIRs)
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Tap the Flight Information Regions (FIRs) and your map will be divided into
specified regions of airspace.
4. By tapping on one of the regions, a pop-up will appear with flight information
services.
Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs)
– High
Flight Information Regions (FIRs)
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17.2.1.10 Upper Flight Information Regions (UIRs)
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Tap the Upper Flight Information Regions (UIRs) and your map will be divided into
specified regions of airspace.
4. By tapping on one of the regions, a pop-up will appear with upper flight
information services.
17.2.1.11 Contract Fuel Locations
Contract fuel locations display as an overlay on the moving map.
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the Fuel Locations button to green to
display contract fuel locations on the map.
4. Tapping on the fuel pump icons will display a pop-
up window containing FBO information when
available, such as:
o Address
o Website
o Phone number
o Coordinates
o Frequency
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17.2.1.12 International Boundaries
International Boundaries delineates the space between sovereign states.
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the International Boundaries button to green and the map will overlay a
division of the sovereign states.
17.2.1.13 Military Training Routes (MTRs) Instrument Routes (IRs)
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Tap the Military Training Routes (MTR) Instrument Routes (IR) and an overlay with
identifiers will display on map.
4. By tapping on an identifier, a pop-up will appear with additional information.
International Boundaries Military Training Routes (MTRs) Instrument
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17.2.1.14 Military Training Routes (MTRs) Visual Routes (VRs)
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Tap the Military Training Routes (MTR) Visual Routes (VR) and an overlay with
identifiers will display on map.
17.2.1.15 Military Training Routes (MTRs) Slow Speed Routes (SRs)
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Tap the Military Training Routes (MTR) Slow Speed Routes (SR) and an overlay
with identifiers will display on the map.
4. By tapping on an identifier, a pop-up will appear with additional information.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 22.1.1 on how to add MTRs to route.
Military Training Routes (MTRs) Visual
Routes
Military Training Routes (MTRs) Slow Speed
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17.2.1.16 Runways
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the Runways button to green and an overlay of runways will display on
the map.
17.2.1.17 Search and Rescue (SAR) Grids
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the Search and Rescue (SAR) Grids button to green and an overlay of
world-wide SAR Grids will display on the map.
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17.2.1.18 Special Use Airspaces (SUAs)
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Tap the On button and an overlay of Special Use Airways (SUAs) and Temporary
Flight Restrictions (TFRs) will display on the map.
4. Tap the Labels+ option to display labels on Special Use Airways (SUAs) and
Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs).
5. By tapping the labels on the overlays, a pop-up will appear with additional
information.
17.2.1.19 Time Zones
Time Zones are shown on the Moving Map with lines separating the longitudinal
divisions. Labels display the time offset for each time zone.
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the Time Zones button to green and the map will display lines separating
longitudinal divisions.
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17.2.1.20 Vertical Obstructions (VOs)
Vertical Obstructions (VOs) will provide information including towers, buildings, and
bridges at or above 150’ with additional information including coordinates, AGL, and
MSL.
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the Vertical Obstructions (VOs) button to green and an overlay of
obstructions will appear on the map.
4. When tapping on an obstruction icon, a pop-up will appear.
17.2.2 User Overlays
1. Tap Moving Map on Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Overlays located at the bottom of the Moving Map.
3. Tap User Overlays loaded shapefiles and an overlay of loaded shapefiles will
appear on the map.
NOTE: Users can sideload User Overlays by connecting to a computer via USB and
storing shapefiles in [mounted root]/AeroApp/MovingMaps directory.
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17.3 Options
Options include features that deal with ownship location, breadcrumbs, distance rings,
and ADS-B.
17.3.1 Ownship
The Ownship option can display user’s Ownship, Snap to Location, and North Up.
17.3.1.1 Show Ownship
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Options located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the Show Ownship button to green.
4. Tap the Select Ownship Icon drop-down menu to
display all ownship icons.
5. Select the desired ownship to display the user’s
current location on the Moving Map.
Show Ownship
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17.3.1.2 Snap to Location
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Options located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the Snap to Location button to green to automatically snap to your
current location every 15 seconds.
NOTE: Alternatively, users can access their Snap to Location feature by tapping
the Crosshair Icon on their Moving Map as explained in Section 17.10.1.
17.3.1.3 North Up
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Options located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the North Up button to green and your map will be positioned North,
having more control of the map.
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17.3.2 Location Information
This section will explain how to utilize your Breadcrumbs and distance rings on your
Moving Map.
17.3.2.1 Show Breadcrumbs
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Options located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the Show Breadcrumbs button to green and your breadcrumb trail tracks
will display in orange on the map.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 17.5 for more information about Breadcrumbs.
17.3.2.2 Show Distance Rings
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Options located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the Show Distance Rings and your map will display rings around current
location at 5, 25, and 50 nautical miles radius. Distance rings labels point to
magnetic North.
Show Breadcrumbs Show Distance Rings
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17.3.3 Traffic
Aero App can display ADS-B traffic. User must be connected to an ADS-B device to
display ADS-B traffic.
17.3.3.1 Show ADS-B Traffic
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Options located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle the Show Traffic button to green and it will display traffic.
Show Traffic
NOTE: Traffic displays a magenta icon with current altitude.
17.3.4 Weather
Aero App Weather has various options that enable pilots to display the overlay of
METARs, and ADS-B weather. Users can modify ADS-B flight altitude and ADS-B overlay
transparency.
17.3.4.1 Show METARs
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Options located at the bottom of
the Moving Map.
3. Toggle to enable Show METARs option to display flight rules overlay on the map.
NOTE: Show METARs needs to be enabled to view AF Wx.
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17.3.4.2 ADS-B Weather Overlay
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the feature Options located at the bottom
of the Moving Map.
3. Toggle ADS-B option to expand all available
ADS-B weather overlay.
4. Toggle to enable your desired ADS-B weather
overlay.
5. A Flight Altitude slider displays below all the
ADS-B weather overlay options. The Flight altitude slider is enabled when a
required weather overlay option is selected. These weather overlays have an
asterisk as listed below:
o Icing Probability*
o Icing Severity*
o Icing SLD Potential*
o Turbulence*
6. By default, the flight altitude value is set to
10,000’. Adjust the flight altitude slider to any
value between 2,000’ to 24,000’.
7. By default, the ADS-B overlay transparency
value is set to 50%. Adjust the ADS-B overlay transparency slider to any value
between 0% to 100%.
ADS-B METARs ADS-B Weather Overlay
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17.4 Moving Map Pop-up Menu
By tapping on an identifier on the Moving Map, a menu displays with the ICAOs Lat, Lon
and a list of options that include general information, IAP charts, procedures, the option
to add the point to the route, and more.
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap an ICAO code on the Moving Map and a pop-up menu option will appear.
NOTE: Alternatively, users can access the pop-up menu by tapping on an ICAO
in the Route Panel.
17.4.1 Add to Route
To add identifiers to the Route on the Moving Map:
1. Tap an ICAO on the Moving Map.
2. Tap Add to Route on the pop-up menu.
3. The new point will be added on the route
panel.
4. Once the point has been added, the pop-up menu changes to Remove from
Route. By tapping Remove from Route, the point will be deleted from the route.
Airport Identifier
Airport Latitude, Longitude
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17.4.2 Create Waypoint
1. Tap an ICAO on the Moving Map.
2. Tap Create Waypoint on the pop-up menu.
3. The Create Waypoint pop-up will appear with and
ID, Name, Lat and Lon fields.
NOTE: Waypoint name field is Optional.
4. Once fields are filled, the Create button will highlight blue. Tap Create and the
waypoint is added to the User Waypoint list.
NOTE: User Waypoints can be added as a text file sideloaded into Aero App.
Please refer to Section 11.3.1 for information on how to sideload User Waypoints
using iTunes. Please refer to Section 11.3.2 for information on how to sideload Use
Waypoints using macOS Catalina.
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17.4.3 Information and Weather (Wx)
1. Tap an identifier on the Moving Map.
2. Tap Information and Weather (Wx) on the pop-up
menu.
17.4.3.1 Info
This section includes airport general information, Airport Qualification Program (AQP),
Communications, Runways and Remarks.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 15.2 titled Information for the breakdown of each
point.
17.4.3.2 Weather (Wx)
The Weather (Wx) displays Internet and ADS-B weather such as METARs, Terminal Area
Forecast (TAFs), Winds, Temps, Pilot Report (PIREPs), and NOTAMs.
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap on an ICAO Code on the Route Panel.
3. A pop-up will appear, select Information and Weather (Wx).
4. A screen will default into the Info page, tap Weather (Wx) and a Secondary
Menu will display on the bottom of the pop-up with options for Internet, METARs,
TAFs, Winds, Temps, PIREPs, and NOTAMs all providing weather data.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 16.4 for details on Internet and ADS-B weather
information.
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17.4.4 Show on Map
1. Tap an ICAO on the Moving Map.
2. Tap Show on Map on the pop-up menu.
3. The screen will pan to the ICAO Code location.
17.4.5 Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs) on Map
If you select an Instrument approach Procedures (IAP) on the list after tapping IAP on
Map, that IAP will display on the Moving Map perfectly georeferenced. Overlaying the
IAPs provides an additional level of situational awareness.
1. Tap and ICAO on the Moving Map.
2. Tap Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs) on the
pop-up menu.
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3. The IAPs for the ICAO list will appear.
4. Select an IAP chart from the list provided.
5. The IAP chart will display on the Moving Map perfectly georeferenced.
6. To remove the IAP chart from the Moving Map, tap the red pop-up X.
NOTE: A small number of Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs) are not
georeferenced and therefore cannot be shown on the Moving Map.
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17.4.6 Nearest
1. Tap on an ICAO on the Moving Map.
2. Tap Nearest on the pop-up menu.
3. Select a point on the list.
4. Tap Add to Route.
5. The added point will display on the route panel.
NOTE: A shortcut to the Nearest Menu is achieved by long pressing a point on the
Moving Map and the Nearest pop-up menu will appear.
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17.4.7 Drop Pin
Drop Pin enables pilots to drop points in any specified area and view additional
descriptive information about the point.
1. Tap on an ICAO Code or long-press on a point on
the Moving Map.
2. Tap Drop Pin on the pop-up menu.
3. Fill out optional info, as desired.
6. Tap Drop Pin.
7. The blue pin icon will display on the Moving Map.
8. To delete, tap on the Pin.
9. Swipe from right to left.
10. Tap Delete.
NOTE: Alternatively, you can Drop Pin via Route Panel by tapping on an ICAO
and selecting Drop Pin on the pop-up menu.
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17.4.8 Add Departure Procedure (DP) or Standard Terminal Arrival Route (STAR) to Route
1. From the Route Panel or the Moving Map, select
the Departure Airport to add a DP to the route or
the Arrival Airport to add STAR to route.
2. Tap Add Procedure to Route on the pop-up menu.
3. Tap Add DP to Route or Add STAR to Route as appropriate.
4. Select a Procedure.
5. Select a Transition.
6. Select the First/Last Waypoint.
7. Tap OK when done.
8. The procedure will display on Route Panel and Moving Map.
Add DP to Route Add STAR to Route
Add DP
to Route
Add STAR
to Route
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17.4.9 Orbit
1. Tap on an ICAO on the Moving Map.
2. Tap Orbit from pop-up menu.
3. Enter the desired Radius in Nautical Miles.
4. Tap Create when done.
NOTE: Only one orbit can be displayed at any one time on the Moving Map.
5. A solid blue line circumference appears around the ICAO code.
6. Delete the Orbit by tapping inside the orbit and then tapping Remove Orbit.
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17.4.10 Minimum Vectoring Altitude (MVA)
1. Tap on an ICAO on the Moving Map.
2. Tap Minimum Vectoring Altitude (MVA) on the
pop-up menu.
3. Select a Minimum Vectoring Altitude (MVA).
4. The appropriate Minimum Vectoring Altitude (MVA) will overlay on the Moving
Map.
5. Tap inside area to delete.
6. Tap Remove MVA.
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17.4.11 Direct-To
1. Tap on an ICAO on the Moving Map.
2. Tap Direct-To on the pop-up menu.
3. Your current location will direct-to the selected ICAO destination. A thin
magenta line will be drawn from your current position to the position selected.
4. A Direct-To pop-up menu will appear with the options to Add to Route and
proceed Direct-To <Identifier> or Clear Route and proceed Direct-To <Identifier>.
5. In order to clear a Direct-To, simply tap on the ICAO destination and tap Cancel
Direct-to.
NOTE: Users can Direct-To an ICAO that is currently not on the route.
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17.5 Breadcrumbs
Breadcrumbs enable users to record coordinates throughout their course. A GPS
connection is required. In order to view the Breadcrumbs trail, you must enable the
option as described in Section 17.3.2.1.
1. Tap coordinates located on the top right corner of the Moving Map.
2. A dialog window will open. If there are breadcrumbs stored, there will be a list
provided for you.
3. Tap Add to manually add the coordinates or select the timer option to
automatically add coordinates for every 10 seconds, 1 minute, or every hour.
Your current coordinates will be stored.
4. To export and save breadcrumbs, tap Export. You can export to SQLite or KML.
NOTE: Breadcrumbs are logged by individual days.
Coordinates
Zulu Time
Speed, Track, Altitude
Add Coordinates Export Breadcrumbs
Date of Recording
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17.5.1 View Breadcrumbs in KML
1. Export Breadcrumbs to KML.
2. Connect your iPad to a Mac or Windows computer using a USB cable.
3. iTunes will display on the screen.
4. Click the iPad icon and your device information will display.
5. Locate Aero App under File Sharing.
6. Your exported Breadcrumbs will be listed.
7. Copy KML files and create a folder on your desktop, specifically for KML files.
8. Open Google Earth to Export KML files, and your points will appear.
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17.5.2 View Breadcrumbs in a SQLite File
A database viewer is required to view breadcrumbs in a SQLite file.
1. Export Breadcrumbs to SQLite Database.
2. Connect your iPad to a Mac or Windows computer using a USB cable.
3. iTunes will display on the screen.
4. Click the iPad icon and your device information will display.
5. Locate Aero App under File Sharing.
6. Your exported breadcrumbs will be listed.
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17.6 Timer
The Timer option is a general use chronometer that can be utilized to time flights or any
other activity.
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Timer located on the top right corner of the screen. A timer menu should
pop-up.
3. For a countdown, tap Down and select your starting time in Hours, Minutes, and
Seconds.
4. To count up from zero, tap Up.
5. Tap Start to count up or count down.
6. Tap Stop to clear timer.
7. Tap Reset to restart timer.
NOTE: Tap Reposition to move the Timer button from the current position to
below the ADS-B button.
Reset
Button
Stop Button
Reposition Button
Start Button
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17.7 Air Force Weather (AF Wx)
Air Force Weather (AF Wx) displays METARs and TAFs in Aero App. This information can
be viewed for an ICAO on the Moving Map, Route panel and Wx tab. AF Wx data is
only available to DoD crews and select partners.
1. Tap Air Force Weather (AF Wx) tab on the top right-hand corner of your Moving
Map screen.
2. AF Wx pop-up displays options for users to login and download data.
3. Tap Credentials to login using any of the following options:
a. GEOAxIS
b. Aero User Database (AUD)
c. MDM
4. Enter user’s credentials and tap Set. Login credentials will be saved, and Air
Force Weather (AF Wx) will be downloaded.
5. The Air Force Weather (AF Wx) pop-up will display the age of the AF Wx in Aero
App. New AF Wx is available from the Aero App weather server every 5 minutes.
To retrieve the latest AF Wx data in Aero App, tap Download.
NOTE: Credentials will be cleared when the user closes Aero App.
NOTE: Air Force Weather (AF Wx) is only available via internet. However, if ADS-B
weather information becomes available; whichever source has the latest data
will show as the current weather.
User’s Credentials
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17.7.1 Air Force Weather (AF Wx) Moving Map Option
1. Tap the Options tab on the Moving Map.
2. Tap to enable the Show METARs toggle under Weather and Traffic. METAR
information displays for each airport on the Moving Map.
3. The different color dots indicate the Airports Flight Rules:
o Green: VFR
o Blue: MVFR
o Red: IFR
o Magenta: LIFR
NOTE: METAR information on the Moving Map expires 3 hours after becoming
available.
17.7.2 Air Force Weather (AF Wx) in Route Panel
1. Tap the Route Tab on the Moving Map to open the Route Panel.
2. METAR information will display for each ICAO in your route.
NOTE: METAR information on the Route Panel expires 75 minutes after becoming
available.
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17.7.3 Air Force Weather (AF Wx) in Wx Tab
1. Tap on the ICAO Code on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Weather (Wx) on the Secondary Menu.
3. AF Wx will display under the following tabs:
o METARs
o TAFs
METARs TAFs
NOTE: Air Force Weather is only available via internet. However, if ADS-B weather
information becomes available; whichever source has the latest data will show as
the current weather.
NOTE: METAR information in the Wx tab expires 3 hours after becoming available.
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17.8 Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast (ADS-B)
If your ownship has an Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast receiver, you will
be able to receive weather, METARs, TAFs, and other textual data as well as ownship
location.
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the ADS-B button located on the top-right corner of your screen.
3. ADS-B hardware includes the battery level of the ADS-B receiver.
4. The green status indicates that the ADS-B connection is established to receive
the data for Heart Beat, GPS Location, GPS Altitude, and FIS-B Data. If the status
displays red, then there is no connection.
o Battery shows the battery level of the ADS-B receiver.
o Heart Beat lets you know that ADS-B is receiving data.
o GPS Location tracks your position and GPS Altitude tracks your elevation.
o FIS-B allows pilots to receive weather from FIS-B towers.
o Uplink/sec tells you how many ADS-B data messages Aero App received
from ADS-B towers during the previous second.
o Time displays the Zulu time.
5. The ADS-B button on the Moving Map will display a green line above the text
when their ADS-B receiver is connected successfully.
NOTE: If the users ADS-B is disconnected, the ADS-B button on the Moving Map
will not have the green line displayed.
Battery level of ADS-B Receiver
Zulu Time
Status of ADS-B Connection
ADS-B connected
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17.9 Crosstrack (XTK)
Crosstrack (XTK) represents the distance (in nm) and direction needed to get back to
the route. The difference is the direction of the arrow; the arrow points toward the route
and not in the direction of the deviation.
17.10 Other Moving Map Features
This section will explain additional features that are on the Moving Map such as the
Snap to Location, Identifier Search, Split Screen, Center Target, and Altitude Calibration
features.
Distance in NM Direction
Split Screen
Identifier Search
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17.10.1 Snap to Location
By tapping on the Crosshairs Icon, located on the bottom right of your Moving Map
screen, it will snap to your current GPS location.
NOTE: Users can enable a Snap to Location feature, which returns to the user’s
current location after 15 seconds as explained in Section 17.10.1.
17.10.2 Identifier Search
Identifier Search allows pilots to search airports and waypoints by Identifier, Name of
Airport, or Distance.
1. Tap the Search Icon on the bottom right corner of the screen.
2. Enter identifier or search term to move the map to the location.
NOTE: Alternatively, users can access their Identifier search tab that is located on
the Main Menu as explained in Section 14.3.
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17.10.3 Add an Identifier to Favorites
1. To add an identifier as a favorite, tap the gray Star located next to the identifier;
the Star will convert to yellow.
2. To remove an identifier from favorites, tap the Star on the left of the identifier; the
Star will revert to gray.
3. To view identifiers marked as favorite, tap on the Star located in the upper right
corner.
NOTE: Users can add Airports, NavAids, and Waypoints to Favorites. Add to
Favorites with Search Airport, NavAid, or Waypoint, Add Airport, NavAid, or
Waypoint, and Move Map to Location.
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17.10.4 Split Screen
Split Screen allows users to view IAP charts or user PDF documents simultaneously with
Moving Map on the same screen.
17.10.4.1 APD and IAP for Destination Airport
APDs and IAPs for the route’s destination airport may be displayed simultaneously with
the Moving Map on the split screen.
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap on the Split Screen icon located on the bottom-right corner of your screen.
3. Destination IAP default chart pops up. Tap the gray Menu Ribbon to select other
IAPs.
4. Tap the Switch Screen Clipboard to display the APD.
5. Tap the gray Menu Ribbon to select HOT SPOT and LAHSO charts.
Menu Ribbon
PDF button
Split Screen button
Contract Fuel Locations
Switch Screen Clipboard
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6. Tap the Switch Screen Clipboard located below the Contract Fuel Location tab
to switch to the Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs) chart.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 16.2 to view how to overlay Contract Fuel Locations
on the ICAO Airport Diagram.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 16.1 on how to draw on APD and IAP charts.
17.10.4.2 PDF Support
1. Tap the PDF icon on the Split Screen.
2. Tap the gray Menu Ribbon on the Document Menu.
3. Select a document.
4. To reverse to IAP chart, tap the tablet icon.
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17.10.5 Center Target
As the user moves the map, a target in the center of the screen will appear and its
coordinates will show at the top right of the screen.
As the map is moved, the coordinates at the top of the screen change, provided the
GPS is on. When in use, a yellow tag displays distance from current location (in nautical
miles) and bearing (in degrees).
17.10.5.1 Measure Distance and Bearing Between Points
Aero App enables the user to easily calculate the distance and bearing between two
points on the Moving Map.
1. Tap on the target icon on the Moving Map to set a starting point.
2. As you move the map, the distance and bearing between the starting point and
new location displays.
Center Target
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17.10.6 Altitude Calibration
GPS altitude does not always match what is shown in your altimeter. To correct the
altitude on Aero App to match the altitude shown on your altimeter:
1. Tap on the Altitude on the black ribbon.
2. Tap the +/- buttons to adjust your calibrated altitude up or down by 100’ or 500’,
respectively.
3. Tap on the Set button to complete the calibration.
4. To use the actual GPS altitude without calibration, tap on the Use GPS button.
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18 General
This section will provide information for Charts, Supplements, Planning, Docs, and
Legend.
18.1 Charts
1. Tap General on the Main Menu.
2. Select Charts, Supplements, Planning, Documents or Legend on the Secondary
Menu.
3. Tap the gray ribbon and select desired document.
4. A menu will display from which you can select High and Low Enroute Charts,
Area Charts, Graphic Charts, CONUS Chart Graphics, Military Training Routes
(MTR), and other charts.
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Supplements
Area Planning Documents
Grid View
Search Share
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User Documents
Terminal Procedure Legend
NOTE: Users can share, change view, and search key terms in a document for
Supplements, Planning, Docs, and Legend.
Grid View
Search Share
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19 E6B Menu
The electronic calculator allows the pilot to perform a variety of calculations for flight
planning on the ground and in the air.
Altitude
The Altitude Menu option allows the user to
calculate Pressure Altitude and Density
Altitude by entering Elevation in feet or the
Airport ICAO code, Altimeter, and
Temperature.
Cold Weather (Wx)
Cold Wx corrects Altitude for cold
temperature operations. Use can switch
between Celsius and Fahrenheit.
Conversions
Conversions is a feature that allows the user
to convert Distance, Temperature, and
Weight into different systems.
1. Tap on the desired conversions in
Distance, Temperature, or Weight.
2. Enter the measurement value you
want to convert (for instance, KG into
Lbs).
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Coordinates
Coordinates allows users to get a reading on
Lat, Lon, MGRS (Military Grid Reference
System), GARS (Global Area Reference
System), and Radial Off NavAid when you
enter coordinates.
1. Select a tab.
2. Enter coordinates.
Once the coordinates have been entered in
for one of the tabs, you can tap an output
field to automatically switch to the mode with
those field values automatically populated.
For example, from the Lat, Lon page, you can
tap on the MGRS output field and the MGRS
page tab is displayed with the field values
from Lat, Lon.
The NavAid Radial Distance page calculates
the coordinates using three inputs; namely a
NavAid, Radial and Distance.
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Descent
To calculate the Descent Rate in feet per
minute, enter the Descent Angle in degrees
and Groundspeed in knots.
Distance
The Distance tab enables users to calculate
the Total Fuel by the Distance, Speed, and
Time.
The Distance is calculated by the speed in
knots, the Time in the format 00:00:00 (hours,
minutes, and seconds), and the Fuel Burn Per
Hour in gallons per hour (gal/hr). The Total
Fuel will display under the Fuel Burn Per Hour
box and is calculated in gallons(gal). The
Distance calculation will display on the results
bar above.
The Speed is calculated by the Distance in
nautical miles, the Time in the format 00:00:00
(hours, minutes, and seconds), and the Fuel
Burn Per Hour in gallons per hour (gal/hr). The
Total Fuel will display under the Fuel Burn Per
Hour box and is calculated in gallons(gal).
The Speed in knots calculation will display on
the results bar above.
The Time is calculated by the Distance in
nautical miles, the speed in knots, and the
Fuel Burn Per Hour in gallons per hour (gal/hr).
The Total Fuel will display under the Fuel Burn
Per Hour box and is calculated in gallons(gal).
The Time in the format 00:00:00 (hours,
minutes, and seconds) calculation will display
on the results bar above.
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Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Climb
IFR Climb calculates Climb Angle in degrees
and Climb Rate in feet per minute by typing
in Climb (Feet / NM) and Groundspeed
(Knots).
Runway (Rwy) Winds
Runway Winds calculates Headwind and
Crosswind by typing in Runway Direction in
degrees, and Wind Direction/Speed.
Winds Aloft
Winds Aloft calculates Heading (Hdg),
Ground Speed (GS), and Wind Correction
Angle (WCA) by typing in Nearby Airport
(ICAO), Course (degrees), True Airspeed
(knots), and Wind Direction/Speed.
NOTE: See reference notes located on the bottom of the E6B pop-up.
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20 Weather (Wx) Images
The Weather (Wx) Images are from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) providing access to weather, hydrologic, and climatic forecasts
and warnings for the U.S. and adjoining areas. The images can be panned and
zoomed. An internet connection is required to view real-time weather images. Wx
images are provided below:
Local and Animated
RADAR
Satellite
Icing
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Wind Weather Forecast
METARs and PIREPs
AIRMETs and SIGMETs
Prog Charts Lightning Probability
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Convective SIGMETs and Outlooks
Current Convective Watches
Alaska
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21 Application Management (App Mgmt)
Users can navigate the following menu options under Application Management (App
Mgmt) on the Main Menu:
o Preferences
o Data
o Host Nation
o Help
21.1 Menu Preferences
Preferences allows users to modify various system settings such as User Interface,
Miscellaneous, Route, and Reset.
21.1.1 User Interface
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Preferences on the Secondary Menu.
3. Locate Pop-up Close On X and toggle the button to close pop-ups by tapping
outside the pop-up or by tapping an X.
4. Locate Big Buttons and toggle the button to green to increase menu button size;
useful when wearing gloves.
5. Locate Main Menu at Top and toggle the button to green to have the option to
display the Main Menu either at the top or bottom of the screen.
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21.1.2 Miscellaneous
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Preferences on the Secondary Menu.
3. Locate Show Ownship on APD and IAP and toggle the button to green to show
an Ownship on FAA Airport Diagrams (APDs) and Instrument Approach
Procedures (IAPs).
4. Locate Show Airport Ring on APD and IAP and toggle the button to green to
verify the georeferencing by showing a small ring around the airport center.
5. Locate Switch to APD on Landing and toggle the button to green to switch to
APD from IAP tab or Moving Map.
NOTE: Users must enter their desired speed (kt) to switch to their APD.
NOTE: If the users are on the Moving Map screen, their APD will appear on a split
screen, perfectly georeferenced.
6. Type your desired Minimum Runway Length (feet) to filter Airports based
on Runway Length.
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21.1.3 Route
When Snap Route to Current Leg is enabled, the route will automatically scroll and
highlight the current flight leg on the Route Panel.
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Preferences on the Secondary Menu.
3. Locate the Snap Route to Current Leg and toggle the button to green to enable
the option. When Snap Route to Current Leg is enabled, the route will
automatically scroll and highlight the current flight leg on the Route Panel.
21.1.4 Reset
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Preferences on the Secondary Menu.
3. A menu list will display.
4. Tap Clear for Clear All Charts Markups to clear all markups on your APD and IAP
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21.2 Data Host Nation Charts
Host Nation charts can be downloaded and viewed for airfields outside the United
States.
NOTE: Users must have ASPS credentials to access Host Nation Charts.
21.2.1 Download Host Nation Charts
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Host Nation on the Secondary Menu.
3. Log in with your ASPS credentials.
4. Enter the ICAO Code for the desired Host Nation charts and tap Return from
device keyboard.
5. The chart list available for the ICAO code will display.
ASPS Credentials
ASPS Website Link
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6. Tap Download ICAO charts to download the charts to your device.
7. To verify that the Host Nation charts have been downloaded, tap On Device at
the top of the screen to the right.
8. To view downloaded charts, refer to Section 16.3.
NOTE: To load Host Nation Charts, an Active Cycle must be selected.
21.2.1.1 Create an ASPS Account
1. To gain access to ASPS (Aeronautical Source Packaging Service) go to
https//asps.leidos.com.
2. Tap on Request Account button.
3. Fill in your information, including Government POC.
21.3 Help
The Help tab brings up five options:
o What’s New (Must have Active Cycle selected)
o Web Links (Must have Active Cycle selected)
o ReadMe
o User Manual
o About
APD Charts List
IAP Charts List
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22 Route Panel
Tap on the red Route Tab located on the bottom left of the
screen to expand the Route Panel.
To add Airport, NavAid, Waypoint, and Airways, tap the
button with the Plus Sign (+). A pop-up will display for users to
enter Identifier, Search term, or current route. You can
search by identifier, name of the Airport, or by distance.
Tap the Edit button to delete and reorder entries on your route panel.
Tap the Route button to Load, Save, Reverse, Clear, Add Search and Rescue (SAR)
pattern, Show Routes, and User Waypoints on your route panel.
22.1 Create Route
1. Tap the “+” button on the Route Panel.
2. The Add Airport, NavAid, or Waypoint search pop-up displays.
3. Use your keypad to search and select entries, including identifiers, terms, MGRS,
and Lat, Lon, to create your route with all desired points.
NOTE: To enter a route with multiple points, enter each identifier separated by a
space. The entries will display in the given order.
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4. Tap Enter.
5. All the route entries will display in the route panel in the order you typed them.
NOTE: When adding a new point (ICAO, Waypoint, etc.) to an existing route, the
new point is automatically added to the route in its geographically optimal
position and not simply at the end of the route.
22.1.1 Add Military Training Routes (MTRs) to Route
Users can add Military Training Routes (MTRs) to route.
1. Navigate to the Route Panel.
2. Tap the “+” button on the Route Panel.
3. The Add Airport, NavAid, or Waypoint search pop-up will display.
4. Use your keypad to enter desired Military Training Routes (MTRs) to add to route
following the format: {starting point}.{MTR}.{endpoint}.
5. Your Military Training Route (MTR) will display on the Route Panel.
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22.1.2 Add Airways to Route
Users can add Airways to route.
1. Navigate to the Route Panel.
2. Tap the “+” button on the Route Panel.
3. The Add Airport, NavAid, or Waypoint search pop-up will display.
4. Use your keypad to search and select desired Airways to add to route.
5. Your Airway route will display on the Route Panel.
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22.2 Load Route
1. Navigate to the Route Panel.
2. Tap Route.
3. Tap Load on the pop-up menu.
4. Select the route that you want to load.
5. Route will display in Route Panel.
22.3 Load Common Route Definition (CRD) File
Users can load CRD Files onto Aero App.
1. Connect your device onto your computer.
2. Open iTunes and locate your device.
3. Click File Sharing.
4. Locate Aero App listed below File Sharing.
5. Open the folder that includes the user’s CRD Files.
Load a Route
Users Device
File Sharing
Aero App
Documents
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6. Drag desired CRD File onto Aero App Documents in iTunes.
7. Open Aero App in your device.
8. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
9. Tap the Route Tab and your Route Panel will expand.
10. Tap Route and a drop-down list will display, tap, and select Load.
11. Locate and tap the CRD Files that was loaded onto Aero App. The CRD Files will
show on the Route Panel as the current route.
22.3.1 Save a CRD File
1. Tap Route and a drop-down menu list will display. Tap to select Save.
2. A Save Route pop-up will display. Users can rename their CRD Files.
3. Once the name of users CRD Files has changed, tap Save on the top-right
corner of the pop-up.
22.3.2 View a CRD File
1. To view your saved CRD Files, tap Route on the Route Panel.
2. A drop-down menu list will display, tap to select Show Routes and your CRD files
will show as your Saved Routes.
Save CRD File
Rename CRD File
Saved CRD Files will
list under Show Routes
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22.4 Save Route
1. Create a route by loading ICAO codes and points to the Route Panel.
2. Tap Route.
3. Tap Save on the pop-up menu.
4. New route will appear on pop-up window.
5. Tap Save. Route is saved for future use.
22.5 Delete Route
1. Navigate to the Route Panel.
2. Tap Route.
3. Tap Load or Save on the pop-up menu.
4. Select route to be deleted and swipe left.
5. Tap Delete.
6. The route will be deleted permanently.
Save a Route
Delete a Saved Route
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22.6 Reverse Route
1. Navigate to the Route Panel.
2. Tap Route.
3. Tap Reverse from pop-up menu.
4. Departure reverts to arrival and vice
versa.
22.7 Clear Route
1. Navigate to the Route Panel.
2. Tap Route.
3. Tap Clear on the pop-up menu to clear the route.
NOTE: Clearing a route clears the current route. It does not delete any saved
routes.
Reverse a Route
Clear a Route
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22.8 AirDrop Route
AirDrop enables users to share data with nearby users. Aero App uses AirDrop to share
routes between iPads.
22.8.1 Activate AirDrop
Prior to using AirDrop, AirDrop must be enabled on your iPad. To enable AirDrop:
1. Go to your iPad Settings.
2. Tap General.
3. Tap AirDrop.
4. Tap Contacts Only or Everyone.
22.8.2 Send Route Using AirDrop
1. Navigate to the Route Panel.
2. Tap Route.
3. Tap AirDrop on the pop-up menu.
4. Select the iPad to receive the route.
22.8.3 Receive Route Using AirDrop
1. The receiving iPad will receive a notification that a route is being sent via
AirDrop.
2. Select Cancel or Set Route as appropriate.
3. If set route is selected, your current route will be replaced by the route that was
sent using AirDrop.
AirDrop a Route
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22.9 Add Search and Rescue (SAR) Pattern
Search and Rescue (SAR) Patterns provide pilots and rescue missions with search
patterns in the search area. These search patterns, such as creeping, parallel, square,
and sector are displayed on the Moving Map.
1. Navigate to the Route Panel.
2. Tap Route.
3. Tap Add SAR Pattern on the pop-up menu.
4. Select Creeping, Parallel, Square, or Sector.
5. Select Waypoint, Lat/Lon, or MGRS.
6. Select Left or Right Initial Turn.
7. Type in Spacing for Creeping, Parallel, or
Square.
8. Type in Leg Length for Creeping, Parallel, or
Sector.
9. Type in Number of Legs for Creeping, Parallel, or
Square.
10. Select 45 or 60 degrees for Sector.
11. Tap Add when done.
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22.10 Show Routes
1. Navigate to the Route Panel.
2. Tap Route.
3. Tap Show Routes from pop-up menu.
4. Saved Routes will be listed below. Select desired route to display on the Moving
Map.
5. Up to five Saved Routes can be displayed simultaneously. If you have a current
route in the route panel, the route will show in a magenta line.
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22.11 User Waypoints
1. Navigate to the Route Panel.
2. Tap Route.
3. Tap User Waypoints from the pop-up menu.
4. Your saved Waypoints will be listed below.
NOTE: Users can create a Waypoint on User Waypoints pop-up. Please refer to
Section 17.4.2 to reference how to create a waypoint.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 11.3 for information on sideloading User Waypoints.
22.12 Point Shapes
Users can add point shapes (triangles, squares, or circles) to the current points in their
route. Once the user has entered a route in the Route Panel, the first and last points will
display triangles. The second and second to last points will display squares. If there are
any points between the second and second to last points, the points will display circles.
The example below displays a route with 6 or more points, therefore all three shapes
(square, circle, triangle) will appear.
1. Navigate to the Route Panel.
2. Tap Route.
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3. Toggle the Point Shapes option.
4. The Point Shapes will appear on the Moving Map.
Different Points:
o If 6 or more points are added to route:
- First and last points will display triangles.
- Second and second to last points will display squares.
- Points between the second and second to last points will display circles.
o If 3-4 points are added to route:
- First and last points will display triangles.
- Second and second to last points will display squares.
- There are no circles displayed.
o If 1-2 points are added to route:
- First and last points will display triangles.
- There are no squares displayed.
- There are no circles displayed.
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22.13 Route Line Transparency
Users can adjust the transparency of their current route line.
1. Navigate to the Route Panel.
2. Tap Route.
3. By default, the Route Line Transparency value is set to 50%. Drag the slider to
adjust the route transparency to any value between 20% to 100%.
Transparency value of 20%
Transparency value of 100%
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22.14 Add Airport, NavAid, or Waypoint
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Navigate to the Route Panel.
3. Tap the Plus Sign (+) - a dialog box will display.
4. Search by using your keypad and typing identifier, search term, or route
including MGRS or Lat, Lon.
5. Tap Go to add the entered identifier to your route or tap on an identifier returned
in the searched list to include that point in your route.
NOTE: Aero App displays the individual route legs of Departure Procedures (DPs),
Standard Terminal Arrival Routes (STARs), Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs),
Airways and Jetways. The point information includes ICAO codes, frequency
information (when appropriate), as well as distance, bearing, Estimated Time
Enroute (ETE) and Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) to the next point in the route.
22.15 Delete Airport, NavAid, Waypoint
1. Navigate to the Route Panel.
2. Tap Edit.
3. Tap on the red circle next to the entry you wish to remove.
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4. Tapping Delete will delete that entry from route panel.
NOTE: Alternatively, you can swipe left to delete an identifier from the route
panel without being in Edit mode.
22.16 Edit Route
1. Navigate to the Route Panel.
2. Tap Edit.
3. Hold the Hamburger button next to the identifier that you wish to move.
4. Swipe up or down to place the identifier in the desired route position.
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22.17 Estimated Time Enroute (ETE), Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA)
Estimated Time Enroute (ETE) and Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) are calculated for
each segment of a flight route. Within the Route, you can also add Departure and/or
Arrival waypoints that will include ETE and ETA.
1. Tap Moving Map on the Main Menu.
2. Tap the Route Panel.
3. Estimated Time Enroute (ETE) and Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) will display for
each segment of the flight route.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 22.14 to view how to add Airport, NavAid, or
Waypoint from the route panel.
NOTE: Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) will display in Zulu time. Under Preferences,
users have the option to automatically snap to current leg.
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23 Appendix A | NGA GEOAxIS Account Registration
GEOAxIS is the NGA Enterprise Identity and Access Management mechanism. GEOAxIS
account is used for Disadvantage Users - users without a CAC card.
23.1 Log in or Sign Up
First time users need to register for a GEOAxIS Account. To do this:
1. Tap App Mgmt on the Main Menu.
2. Tap Data on the Secondary Menu.
3. Tap Download.
4. Users can use either:
o AWS – GEOAxIS
o GHub – NGA Aero/GHub Access
5. Tap Sign Up for An Account locate at the bottom of the screen. The GEOAxIS
website will open.
6. Alternatively, users can go to geoaxis.nga.mil to sign up for an account.
7. Select desired type of credentials to authenticate.
8. Follow the prompts.
NOTE: Users need a .mil email address to create a GEOAxIS account.
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24 Appendix B | Uninstall and Delete Aero App Data
This section will explain how to uninstall and delete Aero App Data.
24.1 Uninstall Aero App and All Data Using iTunes Earlier Versions (Pre-
12.7)
1. Turn on your iPad.
2. Make sure that your iPad is connected to your computer.
3. Open iTunes on your computer and select File Sharing.
4. Under Apps, right click on Aero App select Delete.
5. A dialog window will ask you to confirm you want to delete the app – tap Delete
App.
6. After removing app from iTunes, delete from device.
24.2 Delete Aero App and Data from the iPad
1. On the iPad, long tap the app icon until an X appears on at the top left corner of
the app.
2. Tap the X and confirm to delete (this will delete both the app and all the data).
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25 Appendix C | User Waypoints and Coordinates
Enter Waypoints using Latitude and Longitude coordinates.
Coordinate formats include:
DD.DDD,DDD.DDD DDMM.MM,DDMM.MM
Input Example Means Input Example Means
37.12345, -121.12345 37.12345°N, 121.12345°W 3723.45, -11834.45 37°23.45N, 118°34.45W
NDD.DDD,WDDD.DDD NDDMM.MM,WDDDMM.MM
Input Example Means Input Example Means
N37.12345, W121.12345 37.12345°N, 121.12345°W N3713.4536, W12145.901 37°13.4536°N, 121°45.901W
DD.DDDN,DDD.DDDW DDMM.MMN,DDDMM.MMW
Input Example Means Input Example Means
37.12345N, 121.12345W 37.12345°N, 121.12345°W 3713.4536N, 12145.901W 37°13.4536°N, 121°45.901W
NOTE: If you enter the values in degrees and decimal minutes, you need to
ensure that there are at least four digits before the decimal point, e.g. for 1
degree and 12.5 minutes use 0112.5 because 112.5 will be interpreted as 112.5
degrees.
NOTE: When using E6B, you can leave spaces between degrees and decimal
minutes. This is not possible when utilizing search boxes for the creation of routes.
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26 Appendix D | PDF Viewer
Aero App users have access to a PDF file that includes Chart Supplements, Giant
Reports, Planning Books, Legends, or User Documents.
26.1 Multiple Page
There a several instances where the user will have access to a PDF, including Chart
Supplements, Giant Reports, Planning Books, Legends, or user documents.
1. Tap any one of the mentioned files.
2. Tap on the grid view icon.
3. Scroll up or down to see different pages.
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26.2 PDF Search
Users can open a PDF file and search keywords in the document.
1. Tap the PDF Search magnifying glass.
2. Enter keyword(s) to search.
3. Select from the search results.
4. The keyword is highlighted on the page selected.
Keyword is Highlighted
PDF Search Magnifying Glass
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26.3 Share or Copy
1. Display desired PDF.
2. Tap on the arrow icon.
3. If others around you have AirDrop turned on, you can share document instantly
with them.
4. You can copy to iBooks by tapping on the iBooks icon.
5. You can write notes by tapping the Notes icon.
26.4 Print
1. Display the selected PDF.
2. Tap on the printer icon.
3. Select printer, number of copies, and range.
4. Tap Print.
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27 Appendix E | Acronyms and Glossary
.apk Android package file format for distribution and installation of mobile apps and
middleware
A/FD Airport Facility Directory
ADDS Aviation Digital Data Service
Adobe Software suite of graphic design, video editing, and web development applications.
ADS Aero Data Server
ADS-B Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast
AF Wx Air Force Weather
AirDrop Ad-hoc service in Apple’s macOS and iOS operating systems which enables the
transfer of files among supported Apple computers
AIRMET Airmen’s Meteorological Information
Alt Min Alternate Minimums
AP Area Planning
APD Airport Diagram
App Mgmt Application Management
AQP Advanced Qualification Program
Arr Airport Arrival Procedures
ARTCC Air Route Traffic Control Center
ASPS Aeronautical Source Packaging Service
AUD Aero User Database
AvGas Aviation Gasoline
AWS Amazon Web Services
Breadcrumbs GPS points along a flight path
CAC Card Common Access Card
CONUS Contiguous United States
CRD Common Route Definition
Delta Upgrades from previous data cycles that only include changes
Dep Airport Departure Procedures
DINS Defense Internet NOTAM Service
DLA Defense Logistics Agency
Docs User-defined content loaded into document library
DoD Department of Defense
DP Departure Procedures
DSN Defense Switched Network
DVD Digital Versatile Disc
E6B Aviator’s calculator
EFB Electronic Flight Bag
E-IPL Electronic – Instrument Procedure Library
ETA Estimated Time of Arrival
ETE Estimated Time Enroute
FAA Federal Aviation Administration
FIR Flight Information Region
FIS-B Flight Information Services-Broadcast
FLIP Flight Information Publications and Flight Information Products
Ft Foot
GARS Global Area Reference System
GB Gigabyte
GEOAxIS Credentials authentication provider for the government
GEOINT Geospatial Intelligence
GHub Geospatial Hub
GPS Global Positioning System
GS Ground Speed
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Hdg Heading
IAP Instrument Approach Procedures
iBook E-book application by Apple
ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization that assigns airport code or location indicator
as an alphanumeric code designating aerodromes around the world
IFR Instrument Flight Rules
iOS Mobile operating system created by Apple
IP Internet Protocol
IPA iOS application archive file which stores an iOS app
IR Instrument Routes
KG Kilogram
KM Kilometer
KML Keyhole Markup Language
Kt Knot
LAHSO Land and Hold Short Operations
Lat, Lon Latitude and Longitude
Lbs Pounds
LIFR Low Instrument Flight Rules
Lnd Min Landing Minimums
M Meter
macOS Current series of Unix-based graphical operating systems by Apple
MDM Mobile Device Management
METAR Aviation Routine Weather Report, a format for reporting weather information
Mgmt Management
MGRS Military Grid Reference System
Moving Map Navigation system displaying the receiver's current location at the center of a map
MTR Military Training Routes
NavAid A device or system that provides a navigator with navigational data
NEXRAD Next-Generation Radar
NGA National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
NGA GEOINT NGA web-based capabilities for online, on-demand discovery, and access to
geospatial intelligence
NIPRnet Non-secure Internet Protocol Router Network
NM Nautical Mile
NOAA National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
NOTAM Notice to Airmen
NRL Geospatial
Hub (GHub)
A file server used by Aero App, hosted by the Navy Research Lab
NSN National Stock Number
OCONUS Outside Contiguous US
PDF Adobe Portable Document
PIREP Pilot Report
PKI Public Key Infrastructure
POC Point of Contact
Prog Chart A map displaying the likely weather forecast for a future time
RNAV Area navigation, a method of IFR navigation
SAR Search and Rescue
SD Card Secure Digital High Capacity card
Shapefiles Geospatial vector data format for geographic information system (GIS) software
SID Standard Instrument Departure
SIGMET Significant Meteorological Information
SM Statute Mile
SQLite Relational database management system
SR Slow Speed Low Altitude Routes
STAR Standard Terminal Arrival Route
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SUA Special Use Airspace
TACs Terminal Area Charts
TAFs Terminal Aerodrome Forecast
TFR Temporary Flight Restriction
TO Min Takeoff Minimums
UIR Upper Information Region
USB Universal Serial Bus
VFR Visual Flight Rules
VO Vertical Obstruction
VR Visual Routes
Waypoint A set of coordinates that identify a point in physical space
WCA Wind Correction Angle
Wx Weather
XTK Crosstrack