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FlightAware AeroAPI history

Software History

Volunteer Pilot Group Flight Board changes

Version 1.12 - July 12, 2026
  • Garmin pilot name and tail fields now save only when Save Assignment is clicked.
  • Garmin assignment saves update the screen from the saved values instead of repainting stale feed data.
  • Track on map checkbox saves separately without changing the typed pilot name or tail.
Version 1.11 - July 12, 2026
  • Garmin assignment fields now autosave when changed.
  • Open Garmin map popups refresh after assignment changes.
  • Improved save visibility for current pilot and linked tail edits.
Version 1.10 - July 12, 2026
  • Garmin assignment saves now preserve omitted fields from older cached dashboard scripts.
  • Garmin assignment form now shows Saving and Saved feedback.
  • Protected Garmin tracking state from accidental clearing during assignment updates.
Version 1.9 - July 12, 2026
  • Multiple Garmin inReach MapShare connections can now be added and stored.
  • Each Garmin connection can be selected for active map tracking.
  • Inactive Garmin connections remain saved but are not polled or shown on the map.
Version 1.8 - July 12, 2026
  • Garmin inReach display names are now adjustable for shared devices.
  • Garmin assignments can save current pilot name and linked tail number.
  • Added Garmin message preparation and recent message log with MapShare send handoff.
Version 1.7 - July 12, 2026
  • Added Garmin inReach MapShare tracking from the VPG KML feed.
  • Garmin devices can be linked to aircraft tail numbers.
  • Garmin satellite markers and trails display on the main map with MapShare messaging links.
Version 1.6 - July 5, 2026
  • API status indicators now open usage reports.
  • Usage reports show calls in the last 24 hours, 7 days, 30 days, and all time.
  • FlightAware, FlightRadar24, and Airplanes.live calls are logged for cost and usage monitoring.
Version 1.5 - July 5, 2026
  • Pinned Live aircraft now show the tracking source when hovering over the aircraft marker.
  • Hover source labels normalize to Airplanes.live, FlightRadar24, or FlightAware.
Version 1.4 - July 5, 2026
  • Darkened FlightAware historical trail color for better map contrast.
  • Pinned aircraft now qualify for paid FlightAware fallback when free feeds miss them.
  • FlightAware live fallback can use the latest track point for active en-route flights.
Version 1.3 - July 4, 2026
  • Version button now opens this software history.
  • Header simplified to Flight Board.
  • Version badge moved to the bottom of the left control window.
Version 1.2 - July 4, 2026
  • Moved the version badge out of the header area.
  • Kept the version visible as a blue button with white text.
Version 1.1 - July 4, 2026
  • Added dashboard version tracking.
  • Started version numbering and date display.
FlightAware tracking update - July 4, 2026
  • Added scheduled FlightAware trail checks for database aircraft.
  • Historical FlightAware trails display in light green.
  • Live-only trails remain purple.

API Usage

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Garmin inReach

MapShare satellite tracking

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