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Dan P.
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I am an active homebuilder. I use the app to track other builder registrations and locations. Great for planning a quick meet up. Was blown away when the site caught my RV12 registration before I received notice the registration processed! Aviator DB is faster than the FAA! How do they do it?
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@boerpilot
The AI assistant's hex code converter blew me away. Typed in a Mode S code from FlightAware and got the actual registration instantly.
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@jeffreyUH60
The encyclopedia specs are my go-to for quick reference. Every time I read an article I find some new fact. It is one of the best aircraft detail catalogs I have seen.
Mike F.
@fl_mike
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@av8rRob
As an aircraft broker, I find the quick registration lookup a game-changer. Punch in the N-number and boom! Owner, type, NTSB, everything instantly. Saves me hours chasing down aircraft history.
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@inktomi
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@gvouga
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Brian L.
@BLittleton
At airshows the sighting log with GPS auto-tagging is clutch. Logs the exact spot without me typing anything. My photo albums are finally accurate.
Kyle W.
@kwinters
Spotter profile tracks my collection stats like a boss. Total unique spots, countries, aircraft types. Love watching my numbers climb after a good outing.
Marcus D.
@DawgFlight
Global map tracking of my favorite warbirds is addictive. Finally know where they are in the world. Nice to see history flying every day.
Tom H.
@wirejock
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@RackMonkey
Journalist covering aviation — NTSB investigation tracking feeds my stories perfectly. Fresh and accurate data without endless searching the web for an authoritative source. They will even let me quote them if this reporter is tight on a deadline.
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