Logbook Pro is designed to provide the aviation community a flexible and easy solution to log flight records, from certificates and ratings, to medicals and flight reviews, to actual flight data. Logbook Pro uses high-performance Windows development technology from Microsoft to enable a solid, secure, and reliable software for the end user. Flexibility is built in allowing the user to customize Logbook Pro to suit their specific needs and regulations requirements. A powerful currency editor is included allowing the user to build any currency requirement required by regulations, world-wide. Installation of Logbook Pro is straight-forward using the latest installer technology which is non-invasive on the Windows OS platform and includes full uninstall support without breaking other applications already installed.
Automation is built in by keeping aircraft configuration separate from data entry. By setting characteristics to the aircraft configuration, Logbook Pro does not require or recommend aircraft specific information, such as Airplane Single-Engine Land information be logged with a flight entry itself. When Logbook Pro produces reports and data analysis output, it will reference the Duration value for the flight entry, take the Aircraft Type entered and pull the aircraft specifics configured and provide all the pertinent output from this technique. This minimizes data entry and reduces the margin for errors. Autofill is also a system included whereas the user configures each aircraft type to auto-copy the Duration value to target fields, thus minimizing data entry time for fixed entry parameters. For example, if flying a Boeing 777, and configured appropriately, when entering the Duration, the Cross-Country, PIC, and other fields, as designated, can be automatically entered.
Error checking is performed in two stages; 1) at the time of data entry, and 2) when commanded by the user to conduct an error analysis of the flight log data. Error checking ensures entries are in accordance with common data entry parameters, such as PIC, SIC, etc. not exceeding that of Duration for a specific flight. Logbook Pro will flag a warning to the user to correct the error, both at data entry, when data is committed, as well as during a manual scan.
Professional output is as important as accurate input. Logbook Pro provides over 60 reports, including ones replicating the Jeppesen traditional paper logbook, reports for MGOent's fine leather binder covers, and numerous data analysis and formatted outputs. Logbook Pro provides flexibility through custom report template designers and a report combiner where the user can select various reports to combine into one output presentation.
Data Analysis is one of the most important pieces of an aviation logbook in allowing the user to extract data for various requirements. Logbook Pro provides interactive graphs for visual data analysis, the Logbook Pro Explorer for a single area view of the logbook, and the powerful pivot-table style system "The Analyzer." Military pilots pursuing civilian jobs can take advantage of the conversion utility often allowed for interviews compensating military for different flight logging requirements. All analysis methods allow for data capture in both the ability to print as well as export to image and other database recognizable formats for maximum flexibility.
Documentation is thorough and organized to allow the user to become familiar with the software via a quick-start and also with in depth coverage of the software including the PDA Companion devices. Tutorials are provided with the Logbook Pro Computer Based Training (CBT) Video Tutorials, containing over 3 1/2 hours of video and audio training of the products.
Technical support is free as well as is the encouraged use of our e-Community, a peer-to-peer forum online. E-mail is monitored 24/7 for support as well as we stay involved with customers via our online support forums within the e-Community.
System Requirements
Logbook Pro is available as a try-before-you-buy evaluation with the PC software limited to 50-entries and the Logbook Pro PDA Companions 10-entries. After an unlock code is purchased and entered into the evaluation software, evaluation restrictions will be immediately lifted, no additional software downloads or installations are required. Logbook Pro PDA Companion installations are embedded in the Logbook Pro PC installation, no separate download and installation is required. However, Logbook Pro PDA Companions are licenses separately from the PC edition.
Logbook Pro will run on any operating system from Windows 98 to present. Windows Vista users please see this KB article. Any Pentium class computer with at least 32 MB of RAM will be sufficient, however, 64 MB or more is recommended. Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 is required on the PC for Logbook Pro Pocket PC Companion users and can be downloaded from Microsoft by clicking here.
Logbook Pro's Palm Companion will run on any Palm OS device running version 3.1 or later.
Logbook Pro's Pocket PC Companion runs on Windows Mobile 2003, Windows Mobile 2003 SE, Windows Mobile 5, and Windows Mobile 6 with any version of ActiveSync or Windows Vista's "Windows Mobile Device Center" (SmartPhones without touch screens are NOT supported). PC requires the Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 (click to check) and the Pocket PC requires the Microsoft .NET "Compact Framework" version 2 or later (free downloads from Microsoft).
** Logbook Pro PDA Companions are licensed separately from the PC product and are add-only devices, they do not hold the entire logbook although do contain report sections with summary information from your PC logbook as of the last update. PDA Companions are designed to add information while away and sync to the PC upon return.
Instructions
Ordering this product will provide a license code to enter into an existing installation of Logbook Pro PC or PDA Companions. If you do not yet have Logbook Pro installed, you can download at any time from the Logbook Pro Download Site. You can also purchase the Software CD-ROM in the Accessories section of this product area and you will receive the software on CD-ROM. Without a CD-ROM purchase the fulfillment method is via download only.
Licensing
Logbook Pro Standard Edition
Logbook Pro Standard Edition allows the use of one pilot logbook for use on one computer. Palm and Pocket PC Companions work with the Standard Edition but are licensed/purchased separately.
Logbook Pro Professional Edition
The Logbook Pro Professional Edition allows installation of the software on two computers for the use of one pilot logbook. Additional features are activated such as PC-to-PC synchronization, FAR 121 and FAR 135 features and reporting. Palm and Pocket PC Companions work with the Professional Edition but are licensed/purchased separately.
Logbook Pro Enterprise Edition
The Logbook Pro Enterprise Edition allows installation to one computer for the creation and use of unlimited pilots and logbook data files. Palm and Pocket PC Companions work with the Enterprise Edition but are licensed/purchased separately.
Logbook Pro Palm and Pocket PC Companions
Palm or Pocket PC Companion licenses allow use of the software on a single device for synchronization with any of the PC editions listed above. PDA Companions are licensed/purchased separately from Logbook Pro PC Editions.
Airline Pilot's Daily Aviation Logbook
Airline Pilot's Daily Aviation Logbook is available for unrestricted use during a 90-day evaluation time period. Synchronization to Logbook Pro is restricted until registered. Airline Pilot's Daily Aviation Logbook is compatible with all Pocket PC's that have touch screens (interaction with the screen via a stylus). Pocket PC OS through Windows Mobile 6 supported.Product Web Site
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