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Incident & Accident Database Update

The Incident & Accident database has just been updated. Check it out when you get a chance.

Worldwide ATIS Update

The Worlwide ATIS Frequencies document available in MY SWISSKNIFFE section has been updated. The revision 5.0 is now available. Thanks a million to the Smartcockpit.com users who sent us airport frequency updates.

Gulfstream V Questionnaires

Test your knowledge if you are qualified (or just about to be!) on the great Gulfstream V. More than 280 multiple choice questions are now available!

New B737NG Questionnaires

Enjoy the free 100 New questions and answers available in the B737NG section

Flightcrew Connect profile update bug fix

Bug which was preventing some Flightcrew connect users to modify their profiles has been identified and fixed.
We apologize for any inconveniences caused.

Gulfstream V Systems

Let's face it...at Smartcockpit.com we definitely LOVE Gulfstream aircraft. While waiting for the promising G650, we've just put live GV Flight Patterns. GV Multiple Choice Questionnaires will be released soon.

Falcon 50 pilots wanted

Because we are developping Falcon 50EX briefings we are looking for Falcon 50 drivers able to provide feedback and materials. Thank you for your help.

B767

Boeing 767 Briefings are now available! The Boeing 767 is a mid-size, wide-body twinjet airliner. Passenger versions of the 767 can carry between 181 and 375 passengers, and have a range of 5,200 to 6,590 nautical miles (9,400 to 12,200 km) depending on variant and seating configuration. It entered into airliner service in 1982.

Falcon 7X

Combine Dassault's fighter jet prowess, its advanced research capabilities and its passion for innovation and the result is a breakthrough design and extraordinary capabilities.
The seven defining features of the Falcon 7X are:
1. High speed and 5,950 nautical mile non-stop range.
2. Uncompromising cabin comfort.
3. Unprecedented value.
4. Innovative wing design and controls.
5. Unmatched reliability.
6. Dassault's signature three-engine design.
7. Unbeatable versatility.

B777

Check our new Boeing 777 system briefings. The 777 currently is available in six models: 777-200, 777-200ER (extended range), 777-200LR (longer-range), 777-300 and the 777-300ER, and the 777 Freighter. The 777 seats from 301 to 368 passengers in a three-class configuration with a range capability of 5,235 nautical miles (9,695 km) to 9,450 nautical miles (17,500 km).

Embraer 120 Brasilia

New briefings added in the Embraer 120 section. The "Brasilia" is Embraer's only turboprop-driven aircraft in its civilian product line. SkyWest currently operates the largest fleet of Embraer 120s under the United Express and Delta Connection brand

Gulfstream G150

The Gulfstream G150, formerly known as the Astra SPX (Israel Aircraft Industries) and produced for Gulfstream Aerospace is now available in the Gulfstream section. Powered by two TFE731-40AR engines, the G150 can reach speeds of up to Mach .85 and altitudes of 45,000 feet. At a long-range cruise speed of Mach .75, the G150 can fly four passengers nonstop up to 2,700 nautical miles, farther than any other aircraft in its class at this speed. Enjoy...

New Flight Ops Briefings

Again, lots of new technical briefings have just been uploaded in the Flight Ops section. Share your documents with the Smartcockpit community: 47,456 different users in just one day on the 4th Of February 2008!

New B737 NG Briefings

New B737 NG technical briefings have been uploaded today. Updates as well. VNAV approach & Engine Failure In Cruise briefings are now available. Check it out when you get a chance. Unfortunately, we cannot answer to the hundreds of emails we receive every day, but we always take your advice or feedback into account. Be sure of that!

Worldwide ATIS Freqs

The Worldwide ATIS Freqs document has just been updated in MY SWISSKNIFE section. Thank you to those of you who sent us a valuable feedback. No doubt it has been a geat help to make a more accurate document.

A Huge & Detailed Database Of Aircraft Accidents / Incidents.

Our SAFETY section has just been reorganized and redesigned to facilitate a better and friendly use. The biggest change is that we have made available a huge and detailed database of aircraft accidents and incidents. Hundreds of cases listed by aircraft manufacturer: finding commercial aviation safety documentation has never been so easy.

Smartcockpit.com promotes the open exchange of safety information in order to continuously improve aviation safety. A phased approach continues to be followed in the construction of this system. Additional data sources and capabilities will be available as the system evolves in response both to expanded access to shared data and to technological innovation.

Take care and be safe!

Embraer 190

Another great aircraft available for study and systems practise. Discover a modern and promising aircraft choosen by many worldwide airlines.

Happy New Year

Wow- its already here! 2007 went so fast. We would like to wish you all a happy healthy new year! Martin and I hope that 2008 turns out to be a great one for everybody! Thanks a million for your support.

Flight Ops

Lots of new digital briefings are now available in the Flight Ops Section. Smartcockpit.com offers the largest free online aviation library.

Merry Christmas!

As the year draws to a close we would like to extend the seasons greetings and wish everyone a fantastic Christmas and the most prosperous 2008.

Whatever you are doing and where ever you are, have a great time and a lot of fun!

Take care.

Ludo and Martin ;-)