efos:efb

EFOS:Efb is a "smart client" application on a laptop or Tablet PC (for which it is optimised). EFOS:Efb allows the user to read manuals and complete various training and data reports in an unconnected state. These items are then synchronised with the main EFOS database when the device is next connected.  EFOS also handles the process of updating various third party programs such as performance software.

Additionally EFOS:Efb gives cabin crew tools that help them to deal with safety issues and offer superior passenger service.

Electronic Documentation

EFOS:Efb provides automatic synchronisation of electronic libraries with the EFOS main system. EFOS also validates version information, rebuilds damaged libraries, provides an audit system and highlights changes. Users are warned of out-of-date (caution) or missing files (warning) and summaries of new changes are distributed to each user. The library module of the EFOS:Efb application is also available as a standalone product.

Flight Planning and Logging

This tool uses existing company data about schedule information, crew records and weather to populate an electronic flight report. Forecast weather or plotting charts can be annotated using digital ink and these annotations saved and archived with the rest of the flight report. By collecting pilot input in an ordered way the EFOS:Efb is able to export data to back-office systems which then use this information for analysis to improve business intelligence and knowledge.

Quality Reporting, Accountability and Audit Tracking

The EFOS:Efb enables the pilot or crew member to record details concerning service quality or procedures. Feedback and reports are automatically delivered, for comment or action, to the manager accountable for that part of the operation. Office based managers will be alerted to new items requiring their attention and will be directed to EFOS:Web to review and act upon the details within the flight report.

Company Communications

All airlines issue a profusion of internal communications and other media such as newsletters, intranets, safety leaflets, crew notices, company e-mail etc. Through a synchronisation procedure similar to that used for electronic manuals, all forms of company communication will be delivered whenever the user logs on.

Electronic Journey Log

EFOS:Efb includes a module for recording aircraft block times, fuel usage, OTP, flight duty periods and minimum rest requirements; errors are eliminated by the use of a rules database and time/date validation. The software automatically generates discretion reports (if needed) and acts as a pilot's personal log book by recording consecutive flight information. Data collected this way is structured, validated and available for intelligent data analysis.

Training Tools, Forms and Records

The EFOS:Efb can be used to deliver training forms and packages directly to training Captains and line instructors. EFOS:Efb features a training library for quick reference whenever the crew so wish to revise any particular topic.

Flight Safety and Incident Reporting

A series of flight or passenger safety reports (for example, mandatory ASR, TCAS event, Bird Strike, Airprox, Wake Turbulence, Injury, Disruptive Passenger, Medical Assistance and other internal reporting forms) are available on EFOS:Efb. EFOS:Efb thereby forms an integral, significant and vital part of an airline’s safety, quality and risk management systems.