Hello Aviators!
We're excited to announce the beta release of version 4.2.4 for EasyVFR 4, featuring a new route building enhancement, along with several improvements and fixes to enrich your route planning experience.
Tap to Append to Route
We've enhanced the route editing mode in EasyVFR 4 to make creating new routes quicker and more intuitive. Now, when you initiate a route by either selecting 'Depart' or 'Direct-To' from a location, the next Aerodata object you tap will automatically be appended to the end of your route. Once you're satisfied, simply press the green "Confirm Changes" text on the route card to revert to standard map usage mode. Note that this "Tap to Append" feature is active only when building a new route and before it’s confirmed. Any subsequent edits, such as rubberbanding, inserting, or other manipulative actions, will deactivate "Tap to Append", enabling normal use of the info sheet when tapping an object.
Explore Previous Improvements
For a complete overview of all enhancements in this beta track, revisit our previous post: 4.2.1 (1MAY2024)
Ready to Update?
If you're ready to try the latest version, find the beta installation files and links below. We are preparing to release this version to production as version 4.3.0. Expect a detailed newsletter and updated documentation soon to keep you well-informed.
We deeply value your feedback, which drives our continuous improvement. Please continue to share your experiences with us.
Happy flying and blue skies!
Cheers,
The EasyVFR Team
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📝 RELEASE NOTES
- NEW: Fuel type "Electric" added (See UK locations EGTU, EGML, EGHN).
- NEW: Tap to Append feature — Automatically appends Aerodata objects to the end of the route when a new route is created and still in draft mode, not confirmed.
- IMPROVED: Default to Airfield information tab when tapping near an airport that is part of the route.
- UPDATED: iOS 17.4 now requires explicit permission for pressure sensor usage.
- FIXED: DME icon on the map now features a blue dot in the middle.
- FIXED: The NOTAMS options button on the right bar is now visible with every map preset, not just the nav map preset (previously limited to "VIEWPORTANAV").
- FIXED: Email addresses with a '+' sign are no longer accepted when creating a new account.
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📥 BETA DOWNLOADS
📱 Mobile & Tablet
🍏 iOS, iPadOS, and Apple Silicon Mac
Minimum requirements:
- 64-bit and 2GB RAM.
Effectively:
- iPhone 8 and higher.
- iPad Air 3 and higher.
- iPad Mini 5 and higher.
- iPad Pro's.
- M1 MacBooks and higher.
The iPad Mini 6 and newer, and any iPad Pro perform extremely well.
Download Steps:
- Install the Apple TestFlight app via the Apple AppStore.
- Go to the following URL to download the latest version of EasyVFR 4 via TestFlight.
👉 Open the EasyVFR 4 page in the Apple TestFlight app
🤖 Android
IMPORTANT: Devices with the old 32-bit Android OS are not supported
Minimum requirements:
- 64-bit OS, +3GB RAM. Android 10 and higher is advised.
At least compatible (but slow) are:
- Huawei MediaPad M5.
- Xiaomi Mi Pad 4.
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 (except SM-T810). (slow)
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S4.
We see good results with Samsung Galaxy Tab S6, and higher and most modern high-end tablets and smartphones.
Download Options:
- Google Play: You can download the beta directly via Google Play when enrolled in the beta program on the Google Play app page.
👉 Open the EasyVFR 4 page in Google Play to enrole for beta - Sideload (alternative): To install you must enable the option: "Allow the installation of apps from sources other than Play store" in Android Settings, Lock screen and Security. Some Android devices require you to tap&hold the link below, then choose [Download link] to store the APK on your device from where you then can install this downloaded APK.
Download APK https://members.pocketfms.com/WebProgramDownloads/EasyVFR4/EasyVFR4_4.2.4.apk
💻 Desktop and Laptop
🪟 Windows
Minimum requirements:
- 32-bit, 2GB RAM, Windows 8 and higher is advised.
Download: Download EasyVFR 4 for Windows https://members.pocketfms.com/WebProgramDownloads/EasyVFR4/EasyVFR4_win32_4.2.4.exe
🍏 Apple Silicon Mac
See the iOS version.
🍎 Intel Macs
IMPORTANT: Intel Macs on Big Sur and Monterey need to have the latest macOS version 11.6.1 or 12.0.1 or higher installed.
Intel-based Macs can only install the below .dmg file and need to follow the below instructions.
Minimum requirements:
- Most 64-bit macOS versions. E.g. High Sierra, Mojave, Catalina. BigSur 11.6.1 and Monterey 12.0.1 and up.
- Apple Silicon M1 and greater Macs can download via the iOS AppStore.
Download: Download EasyVFR 4 for Intel Macs https://members.pocketfms.com/WebProgramDownloads/EasyVFR4/EasyVFR4_osx_4.2.4.dmg
Installation instructions:
- After downloading the DMG file, open it and drag the EasyVFR 4 icon into the Applications folder. EasyVFR 4 is now available via Launchpad.
- When you get the message "EasyVFR4.app can’t be opened because it was not downloaded from the App Store" choose [Open in Finder] from that popup, then right-click on EasyVFR4.app and choose open. Now the same popup will appear, now with a [Open] button.
- From there on you can launch EasyVFR 4 from the launchpad without this warning.
- With every update, you need to redo step 2. 🔄