Skip to main content

Recently Updated Pages

Glossary of Terms & Terminology

smartCARS 3 What is smartCARS 3?

This is a small glossary of terms as they are used in smartCARS 3 in relation to our website or o...

Updated 2 weeks ago by Jan P.

Version 1.0.4

smartCARS 3 Updates Flight Center Plugin

Initial release Shows all currently dispatched flights for a pilot, mirroring the My Dispatche...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Jan P.

Version 1.0.6

smartCARS 3 Updates Flight Center Plugin

Minor fix to ensure a flight imported via Simbrief without an airline icao will not result in a "...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Jan P.

Version 1.0.5

smartCARS 3 Updates Flight Center Plugin

fix: update flight data handling to reflect new API response structure feat: enhance flight cr...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Jan P.

Version 1.1.0

smartCARS 3 Updates Flight Center Plugin

This version ensures that even a live flight is still visible in the Flight Center. The aim of th...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Jan P.

Connecting to smartCARS 3 to your simulator

smartCARS 3 Starting a Flight

The latest version of smartCARS 3 will automatically start tracking a flight once you have loaded...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Jan P.

Monitoring your flight

smartCARS 3 During the Flight

During your flight, it is a good idea to keep an eye on the flight tracking in smartCARS 3 to avo...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Jan P.

Dispatching a flight from our website

smartCARS 3 Setting Up a Flight

Flights can also be dispatched from our website. This applies to schedules, events, and tour legs...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Jan P.

Troubleshooting connection issues

smartCARS 3 Starting a Flight

If the simulator is not running, smartCARS 3 may not be able to connect. Double-check that you ar...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Jan P.

Configuring settings & plugins

smartCARS 3 Logging In

The icon in the bottom left of the sidebar is the Settings icon: This is where you can configu...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Jan P.

Troubleshooting common installation issues

smartCARS 3 Installation

We will note here any common installation issues along with resolutions where possible. Please k...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Jan P.

Compatibility and system requirements

smartCARS 3 What is smartCARS 3?

Windows 10 or later, x86_64 Linux, MacOS 12 or later 1GB or more of RAM 250MB of hard drive s...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Jan P.

smartCARS 3.3 Update - February 2025

smartCARS 3 Updates

TFDi Design is scheduling a mandatory update to the smartCARS 3 client. Here's what you need to k...

Updated 4 weeks ago by Jan P.

2025-03-02 - NOTAMs

Website Patch Notes

Added a NOTAMs page under the Operations Centre dropdown that lists all NOTAMs ever posted.

Updated 1 month ago by Jan P.

2025-01-19 - Initial V2 Release

Website Patch Notes

This update is a major update to the website that fundamentally changes all systems away from the...

Updated 1 month ago by Jan P.

2025-01-23 - More Map Features

Website Patch Notes

This update adds a couple of small, but hopefully useful, map features.  Pilot Logbook Added ...

Updated 1 month ago by Jan P.

2025-02-07 - New social fields on Profile and Join page

Website Patch Notes

This update adds Bluesky to the social links and adds all social fields to the Join page. Genera...

Updated 1 month ago by Jan P.

2025-02-18 - Import SimBrief Flight Plan via Website

Website Patch Notes

For those that like to plan their flights in SimBrief, you can now easily import your latest gene...

Updated 1 month ago by Jan P.

Version 1.0.6

smartCARS 3 Updates Live Flights Plugin

Initial public release Replicates most functionality of our website's Live Flights page Click...

Updated 1 month ago by Jan P.

How to send VA-List Voting Reminders

Sending VA-List Voting Reminders

Follow these instructions to prepare and send the monthly VA-List voting reminder emails to pilot...

Updated 2 months ago by Jan P.