Hello all;
I am currently doing some conceptual research for launching a GIS (Geographical Information Systems) web based application for flight planning, chartering and tracking.
As of this point, the application will have three main modes:
- Plan Flight
- Charter Flight
- Track Flight
The interface customizes according to the mode, and all the information is super imposed on a map. Controls allow for layer display Hide/show functions for data layers such as Navaids, Sat Imagery, Roads, weather, charts....etc. Data is maintained current through FAA published datafiles. Flight planning mode will provide advanced functionality such as the automatic generation of routes based on "Least Time", "Least Fuel Consumption", "Highest Alt Allowed"...and others. The flight chartering process will be designed to allow maximum automation by allowing users to select dept and arrv cities, and have the network connect with our partners/operators to generate required work orders.
Shall we launch, we will start providing coverage in Northern America, and if successful, cover more continents.
I am aware that this will require quite a bit of work. What I would like is some concept feedback from Operators as to what they would like to see in such an application? Any input is highly appreciated.
Regards;
RA