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This tool helps pilots set and track personal flight minimums, such as wind and fuel limits. It also includes a risk assessment wizard using the PAVE method to evaluate flight safety and maintain accountability.
✓Personal minimums tracker
✓Risk assessment wizard
✓PAVE method evaluation
✓Track minimums over time
✓VFR/IFR minimums options
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What's New in Pilot Minima
1.2
March 16, 2026
- Redesigned risk assessment with a new look and feel - Select weather and airport conditions using quick-tap - Wind gust inputs now included in risk scoring - New features coming soon (including your Risk Assessment checking your personal minimums against conditions!)
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What is Pilot Minima used for?
Pilot Minima helps pilots establish and track personal minimums for factors like wind and fuel. It also provides a risk assessment tool using the PAVE method to evaluate flight safety.
How does Pilot Minima help with decision-making?
It aids in making objective go/no-go decisions by allowing pilots to set and reference their personal limits before each flight, helping to resist external pressures.
Does Pilot Minima offer different minimums for VFR and IFR pilots?
Yes, the minimums options within Pilot Minima change based on whether a pilot is VFR or IFR qualified, providing tailored guidance.
Can I track my progress and improvements with Pilot Minima?
Yes, the app includes a history feature that allows you to track your minimums and reference how you've improved over time.
What is the PAVE method used in Pilot Minima?
The PAVE method stands for Pilot, Aircraft, enVironment, and External pressures. Pilot Minima uses this FAA-recommended framework to assess factors impacting each flight's total risk.
What is the age rating for Pilot Minima?
Pilot Minima has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in aviation education.
How often is Pilot Minima updated?
The latest version of Pilot Minima is 1.2, and it was last updated on March 16, 2026, indicating active development and support.
Is Pilot Minima available on Android devices?
Pilot Minima is currently supported on iPhone and iPad devices, but not on Android at this time.