Always Improving - Our Release History

Version 5.4 - February 27th, 2018

Continued development efforts to prepare for future growth..

Type	Detail
Feature	Added infrastructure to support future mobile application
Feature	Added ability to track notes relating to fuel, helpful for noting fuel balance etc while keeping the trip note clean.
Feature	Added ability to download flight log data.
Improvement	When downloading Excel or PDF files a new "processing" message is shown.

Version 5.3 - January 25th, 2018

After review with existing customers, and new international customers, feature additions were made to improve tracking and efficiency.

Type	Detail
Feature	New maintenance item type added "hours or set date" to handle items such as engine overhaul that could be 12 years or 2000 hours.
Improvement	When adding a flight, if duration is greater than 10 hours a warning will display to confirm entry.

Version 5.1 & 5.2 - January 11th - 16th, 2018

Major changes and new functionality was added in this release for all users. Existing features have better support now for full management.

Type	Detail
Bug Fix	Corrected issue with creation of maintenance items not showing proper fields.
Bug Fix	Corrected issue with subscription management and payment processes
Improvement	Flight log history enhanced to display detail on cost items, per flight.
Improvement	Added warning note to maintenance items screen for date entry on compilance items such as avionics
Improvement	Aircraft status report enhanced to display multiple engine and propellers.
Feature	Added ability to track software revision for installed equipment.

Version 5.0 - October 10th, 2017

This release was primary to add support for multi-engine aircraft and to resolve a few sporadic bugs experienced by users.

Type	Detail
Feature	Beta functionality added for Multi-Engine maintenance tracking
Bug Fix	Resolved issues experienced with editing

Version 4.2 - August 20th, 2017

Client feedback post Oshkosh has been fantastic, new features and engagement were the focal point of this release.

Type	Detail
Feature	Added new FlightFiles blog to showcase tips & tricks
Feature	Editing of notes, fuel, and passenger information for flights

Version 4.1 - May 16th, 2017

New reporting improvements were the focus of this new release.

Type	Detail
Feature	Added a "Flight Cost" column to flight log display for individuals with configured Flight Cost Items
Feature	Added a new Dashboard report to visualize data collected from flights and squawks.

Version 4.0 - May 12th, 2017

Continued growth has resulted in the addition of many new features, improvements, and bug fixes for FlightFiles.

Type	Detail
Improvement	Improved date input behaviors to use a "picker" for better data entry
Improvement	Improved data display behavior for all dollar amount fields

Version 3.1 - March 1st, 2017

Continued improvements and enhancements to the system to ensure the best product is made available to our users. This release focused on cleaning up functionality to allow more flexibility in usage and improved reporting.

Type	Detail
Feature	Improved export processes to include title, sub-title, and formatted headers. (Squawk, Flight Log, Seat Hours Reports)
Improvement	Added ability to set the reported date on new Squawk creation

Version 3.0 - January 15th, 2017

During the past year we have learned a lot from our users, advisers, and other stakeholders that has given us a unique outlook on the needs of the average aircraft owner. This release was focused on stabilization of the FlightFiles platform to allow for more rapid development in the future and better integration of future features. 2017 will be a great year for FlightFiles, and all of our customers and we appreciate your patience during these changes.

Type	Detail
Feature	Added functionality to track "Installed Equipment" for an aircraft. Serves as a helpful way to keep track of serial numbers for installed equipment and to remember what all exists in your aircraft.
Improvement	All views within the application have been standardized to use the "Card View" layout format. Ensuring consistency in experience regardless of the area of use
Bug Fix	Resolved errors experienced by some users with the generation of PDF reporting for aircraft status reports
Bug Fix	Improved validation processes when adding new maintenance items to avoid errors
Cleanup	Removed prior implemented "Aircraft Account" functionality to prepare for release 3.5's shared user account functionality
Cleanup	Removed older "Business Use" reporting, and associated fields for flight log. After reviewing with users, as well as tax professionals we have determined seat hour reporting is more accurate and appropriate for business usage

Version 2.7 - November 20th, 2016

As part of an effort to provide a consistent user experience this release was focused on improving the platform and ensuring consistent functionality across the entire solution.

Type	Detail
Bug Fix	Updated the Squawk List to show issue and, if available, resolution for all items. Avoiding a situation where information wasn't available
Bug Fix	Resolved issue with download of Squawk History
Improvement	Reverted display format for Squawk Items to show standard dates
Platform	Added additional error handling and tracking to the application in the case of unexpected behaviors or issues

Version 2.6 - October 31st, 2016

After meeting with various tax professionals regarding the best practices for tracking aircraft expenses and business use we have made enhancements to the flight log entry processes to better serve our customers.

Type	Detail
Bug Fix	Resolved various issues with "Trial" accounts and flight management issues
Feature	Added new "Flight Cost Item" tracking functionality to log-per flight costs. Future release will add reporting
Feature	Enhanced Flight Log process to support IRS "Seat Hours" usage calculation for tax reporting

Version 2.4 - September 17th, 2016

This release was a bug-fix release to resolve a few issues identified by new FlightFiles customers.

Type	Detail
Bug Fix	Resolved issue with "Create Aircraft" and a missing "Primary Meter Name" value
Bug Fix	Fixed UI layout for Squawk list display
Bug Fix	Resolved issues with trial accounts
Bug Fix	Resolved issue with Business Use Report error when no flights recorded
Bug Fix	Added "Forgot Password" links

Version 2.1 - September 7th, 2016

This release contained a number of enhancements and changes to improve reporting and display information for functionality delivered in prior releases

Type	Detail
Feature	Added a map display to see all logged airports and destinations visited by aircraft in the system
Feature	Added a new "Business Use Report" to make reporting personal versus business usage easy
Bug Fix	Resolved styling issues with "Auto Fill" feature for route entry on flight log
Bug Fix	Fixed missing "date selector" on the "Add Flight" display to aid in user input

Version 2.0 - July 21st, 2016

After working with a number of beta testers as well as receiving insight from Aviation Tax Consultants a number of extensive enhancements were made to the system. The following highlights reflect the changes to the system.

Type	Detail
Feature	Added FAA Airport Database for pre-filling airport destinations when recording flights
Feature	Added the ability to track percentage of business use on each flight, improving tracking for business owned aircraft
Feature	Redesigned user interfaces to streamline usage for all devices, including new look & feel for reports and exports

Version 1.4 - June 18th, 2016

In an effort to continue to improve the quality of product offered by FlightFiles we have added extensive new features and functionality.

Type	Detail
Feature	Completely redesigned front-end website interface, allowing for more streamlined display of information
Feature	Ability to track a Squawk List for issues with an aircraft
Feature	History recording of Maintenance Item Compliance allows for storing of images when marking compliance. (Log book entries, etc.)
Bug Fix	Resolved issues with new aircraft creation
Bug Fix	Resolved consistency issues with user interface
Bug Fix	Improved usability of input forms when using a mobile device for interaction

Version 1.3 - April 23rd, 2016

This enhancement release was created to streamline user interaction and provide better customization for the particular aircraft usage and naming.

Type	Detail
Feature	Reformatted inputs on "Add Flight" screen to improve usability
Bug Fix	Improved logic for processing when using two separate meters
Bug Fix	Renamed interactions when working with each meter solution
Platform	Improved system performance for many operations

Version 1.2 - April 2nd, 2016

This enhancement release was completed in an effort to introduce new features and better support for tracking of aircraft with both a Hobbs and Flight/Tach.

Type	Detail
Feature	Added new Aircraft option to name primary & secondary meters. Providing better support for aircraft combinations such as Hobbs & Flight Hobbs or Tachometer & Hobbs installation. Supplied custom names are carried through all screens.
Bug Fix	Corrected navigation issues between Aircraft, Flight Logs, and other screens
Platform	Enhanced query performance and overall site responsiveness

Version 1.1 - February 19th, 2016

This was our first major feature release after the public launch of FlightFiles in 2015. We focused on systematic improvements, as well as improved stability.

Type	Detail
Bug Fix	Improved mobile device support for "Aircraft" view
Bug Fix	Resolved issue with menu item selection indications
Feature	Streamlined interface for viewing all aircraft information
Feature	Upon login users are directed to their "My Aircraft" or "Flight Log" page for faster access
Feature	Users with a single aircraft will experience faster navigation through Flight Logs & Reports from prior versions
Platform	Enhanced error reporting in the case of an error