Log Book
 

Since I first started flying (beginning of the year) I have been contemplating the use of a log book. I had a few questions though. First, are there any programs just for this (I would prefer to be digital). If not, what info should I have and how should it be organized. Any examples would be great!
Thanks,
Jacob

RE: Log Book
 

take a look at this, see if it's what your looking for

http://www.lammers.ca/FlightLog/

RE: Log Book
 

Looks really good, thanks. Looking at the date, I can't believe there isn't anything newer out there though!

RE: Log Book
 

There doesn't need to be anything newer. Flightlog works great and does all you will need from a logging program. I've been using it for years now and I love it.<div>
</div><div>The only thing I would like to see is that Flightlog being able to run on a smart phone or ipad. but other than that it should take care of anything you need it to do.</div><div>
</div><div>Ken</div>

RE: Log Book
 

I prefer something older but very handy to have at the field: notepad and pencil.

For maintenance schedule and things like that, the sky is the limit when creating your custom log in Microsoft Excel and using formulas.

Logging data is very useful sometimes.

RE: Log Book
 

My approach is very similar. I take a notebook with me to the field. I record data for the following parameters for each flight:
[ul][*]Spotter name[*]Wind speed and direction[*]Runway in use (E-W, N-S)[*]Circuit (LH or RH)[*]Takeoffs[*]Landings[*]Low Passes[*]Touch and gos[*]Dead sticks[*]Prop strikes[*]Crashes[*]Revolutions of the fuel pump to refill the tank[*]Notes
[/ul]
When I get home, all of that stuff gets transcribed into a spreadsheet. I use Google Docs Instead of excel, so I can access the information anywhere (Android phone included).

It's nice to see your totals adding up - number of flights, takeoffs, landings, etc. :)

RE: Log Book
 

I used to keep a log book on the airplane not on myself...I'd record the temp, wind speed and direction, sky....then the flight number ie 1, 2 3 ,etc....what I did during the flight.
I was surprised how much we over estimate the number of flights....My 4 Star 60 had over 34 hrs of flight time....which doesn't seem like much until you realize this was done at 10 to 15 minute flights