pgpilot flight companionv2026.10.15.2000
Released October 16, 2026Major
Android
What changed
- UXReduced map clutter by minimizing overlapping pilot icons and resizing status markers
- SocialIntegration of InReach satellite messaging for group and ground contact communication
- UXEnhanced thermal assist visualization with clearer color palettes across all map styles
- PerformanceOptimized power consumption during flight tracking
- New featureNew manual flight logging via IGC file uploads or manual entry
- PlatformImproved VHF radio auto-connection and communication stability
Original release notes
Calmer map. Fewer overlapping pilots, and smaller icons for landed and hiking pilots. InReach messages. Texts from your InReach reach your group and ground contacts. Thermal assist. Clearer colours on every map style. Lower battery use in flight. Add flight. Upload IGC files, or log flights you did not track. Fixes: VHF radio connects by itself, steadier comms. Plus minor fixes.