AeroPoint Documentation

User Access

• Users must be invited to access the system
• Each user belongs to one or more groups
• Groups determine which programs a user can access
• Admin users have access to all programs

User Roles

• Regular Users: Basic waypoint and file management
• Company Admins:
  • Create and manage programs
  • Import waypoints to any program
  • Manage user access within their company
  • Edit company-wide settings
• Super Admins: Full system access and configuration

Initial Setup

1. Log in with provided credentials
2. Select or create a program
3. Begin adding waypoints or importing existing data

Program Management

• Create and manage multiple programs
• Each program contains its own:
  • Waypoints
  • Plates
  • Map Layers
  • Associated Files
• Programs can be shared across user groups
• Support for hazard programs with special handling:
  • Automatically appends "Hazards" to program name
  • Adds "-HAZ" suffix to program code
  • Forces waypoint type to "hazard"
  • Disables airport designation

Deconfliction Management

• Plan and track aircraft operations
• Input fields for:
  • Aircraft type (Plane/Helicopter/Drone/Other)
  • Tail number (for planes and helicopters)
  • Mission type with customizable "Other" option
  • Date and time windows
  • Operating areas
• Helps prevent airspace conflicts
• Exports to ForeFlight for visualization

Automatic Deconfliction Exports

• System automatically exports deconfliction data hourly
• Export includes:
  • Active flight operations
  • Planned operations for next 24 hours
  • Operating areas as map overlays
• Export formats:
  • KML files for ForeFlight visualization
  • CSV files for record keeping
• Export locations:
  • Dropbox users: Automatically synced to ForeFlight directory
  • Non-Dropbox users: Available for manual download
• Email notifications:
  • Company admins receive daily summary
  • Users notified of overlapping operations
  • Contractors alerted to new operations in their areas

File Organization

The system organizes files into four main categories:

1. Waypoint Files - Files associated with specific waypoints
2. Plates - Airport plates and procedures
3. Layers - Map overlay files
4. Files - General program-related files

Dropbox Integration

• Optional connection to Dropbox for automatic file syncing
• When connected:
  • Content packs are saved to /Apps/ForeFlight/contentpack/
  • Program files are saved to /Apps/ForeFlight/
• Without Dropbox:
  • All files are downloaded directly to your device

Creating a Program

1. Navigate to Settings
2. Click "Create Program"
3. Enter:
   • Program Name
   • Program Code (unique identifier)
   • Select Group

Program Selection

• Use the dropdown at the top of the page to switch between programs
• Click "Switch Program" to activate the selected program

Adding Waypoints

Waypoints can be added in two ways:

1. Individual Entry:

• Click "Add" in the navigation bar
• Fill in waypoint details
• Supports multiple coordinate formats:
  • Decimal Degrees (DD): 40.446151
  • Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM): 40 26.769 N
  • Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS): 40 26 46.14 N

2. Bulk Import:

• Click "Import" in the navigation bar
• Upload CSV file with waypoint data
• Choose existing program or create new one

CSV Import Format

The system accepts CSV files with specific columns for waypoint data. Download Sample CSV

Important Notes:

• Maximum file size for all uploads: 100MB
• Coordinates can be entered in multiple formats:
  • Decimal Degrees (DD): 34.1583333333333
  • Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM): 31 35.47 N
  • Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS): 40 26 46.14 N

Waypoint Types

• Target (default)
• Hazard (shown in red bold text)
• Diamond
• Square
• Triangle
• Pushpin

Airport Waypoints

• Check "Airport" checkbox to designate as airport
• FAA Identifier required for airport waypoints
• Cannot be marked as hazard

Waypoint Files

• Upload PDF or TXT files to individual waypoints
• Blue dot indicator shows waypoints with attached files
• Files are included in exports based on export type

Coordinate Display Preferences

Users can customize how coordinates are displayed:

• Access through user settings
• Available formats:
  • Decimal Degrees (DD): 40.446151, -79.982928
  • Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM): 40° 26.769' N, 79° 58.976' W
  • Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS): 40° 26' 46.14" N, 79° 58' 58.56" W
• Setting persists across sessions
• Affects display only (original data preserved)
• Export formats not affected by this setting

Plates Tab

• Upload airport plates and procedures
• Requires:
  • FAA Identifier (4 characters)
  • Procedure Type selection
• Files are stored in the byop directory during export

Layers Tab

Supports multiple map layer formats:

• KML files
• MBTiles
• FBTiles
• Geospatial PDF

Files Tab

• General file storage for program
• No format restrictions
• Files stored here are:
  • Downloaded individually during export
  • Placed in ForeFlight root when using Dropbox

ForeFlight Export

Two main export options:

1. Content Pack:

• Creates ForeFlight-compatible package
• Includes all selected programs and states
• Organizes files into appropriate directories:
  • /navdata/ - Waypoints and county names
  • /layers/ - Map layers and county boundaries
  • /byop/ - Plates and procedures
• With Dropbox:
  • Package saved to /Apps/ForeFlight/contentpack/
  • Program files saved to /Apps/ForeFlight/
• Without Dropbox:
  • Downloads as zip file
  • Program files downloaded separately

2. Individual Files:

• Downloads each file separately
• Includes:
  • Program waypoints (CSV or KML)
  • State files
  • Program files
  • Plates
  • Layers
  • Waypoint files

CAD Export

• Exports waypoints in CSV format
• Includes all waypoint details
• Suitable for CAD software import

Avionics Export

• Generates Garmin 650/750 compatible waypoint file
• Exports in .wpt format

Contractor Types

• Individual pilots
• External companies
• Temporary personnel

Contractor Privileges

• Access to deconfliction tools
• View assigned program waypoints
• Download program files
• Submit deconfliction plans

Access Control Features

• Time-limited access
• Program-specific permissions
• Revocable at any time
• Activity logging

Adding Contractors

1. Navigate to Company Settings
2. Select "Manage Contractors"
3. Click "Add Contractor"
4. Enter contractor details:
   • Email address
   • Access duration
   • Program permissions
5. Contractor receives email invitation
6. Sets up account with temporary password

Company Admin Controls

• Monitor contractor activity
• Modify access permissions
• Extend or revoke access
• Generate contractor activity reports

Progressive Web App (PWA)

• Install as standalone app on mobile devices
• Offline capability for core features
• Automatic updates when online
• Native app-like experience

Mobile Usage

• Install as PWA for better mobile experience
• Optimized interface for touch screens
• Persistent login across sessions
• Offline capability for core features

Cache Management

Automatic caching of:

• Core application files
• CSS and JavaScript
• Images and icons
• County boundary files
• State data files

File Naming

• Original filenames are preserved during upload
• Spaces in filenames are maintained
• Only during ForeFlight export are spaces converted to underscores

State Files

• County boundaries available for multiple states
• Automatically included in layers directory
• County names included in navdata directory

Tab Persistence

• System remembers active tab between operations
• Maintains tab selection during file operations

Hazard Waypoints

• Automatically exported as KML regardless of export option
• Cannot be marked as airports
• Visually distinct in waypoint list

Program Organization

• Use meaningful program codes
• Group related waypoints in same program
• Utilize description field for detailed information

Export Considerations

• Content packs require program selection
• States can be exported without program selection
• Dropbox connection streamlines ForeFlight integration