PPGpS APK
App information
Version 1.59a (#91)
Updated 2024-03-16
APK Size 3.2 MB
Requires Android Android 4.0+ (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Offered by NS31 Software
Category Free Sports App
App id com.ppgps.full
Developer's notes Flight Computer for Paramotor, Paraglider, Glider and Ultra Light plane Pilots
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Table of contents
Latest updates
What's new in PPGpS 1.59a
Support generic LK8Ex1 protocol for bluetooth altivarios
Timestamps in KML track files for better replay
Bug fix on Replay
Bug fix on Tip of the day
1.58 04/2021
Italian translation completed
Airspace file parsing improved
File security issue with Android 11 fixed
1.57 04/2021
Input Map and Waypoint name fixed
Elevation above ground crash fix
1.56 09/2020
Floating text color configurable
Lock the screen in portrait, landscape and inverted
Editor's review
Download the latest PPGpS application, version 1.59a, compatible with Windows 10/11 (using emulators such as Bluestacks), Android devices. This free Sports app is developed by NS31 Software and is easy to download and install.
Previous versions, including 1.59a, are also available. If you need help or have any problems, please let us know.
Description
-Airspaces display
-PPGpS can now display an Airspace overlay on the map.
It is using OpenAir files that can be downloaded from the net and copied in the \PPGpS\airspaces folder.
You may also use the AirspaceMap app to help you download some OpenAir files from various sources easily, and customize these large airspace maps to fit your needs,
and then export them to the PPGpS airspace folder.
*FEATURES OVERVIEW:
-Real time flight information
-Wind direction and speed estimation
-Takeoff and Landing phases auto-detection
-Return home information (display estimated travel time and bearing)
-Fuel calculation and warning
-Airspace display (OpenAir files)
-Emergency geo-localized SMS
-Barometric sensor support to improve altitude accuracy
-QHN, QFE Altimeter setting
-Online and offline maps
-Offline maps creator
-Google Maps and OpenStreetMap map providers
-Rotating Map
-Log flights in KML (for Google Earth), IGC (Leonardo servers) and GPX files
-Replay recorded flights
-Waypoint management
-Especially developed for Paramotor
-Embedded User Manual and Tip of the day feature.
-Real time flight tracking on www.ppgps.info
-Variometer
-Sunset time
-FlyNet2, Flight Bandit, BlueFlyVario and LK8Ex1 variometer support
-Android Wear SmartWatch support with PPGpS Wear
*MAPS:
Online:
PPGpS can display Google or OpenStreetMap maps in connected mode.
Offline:
Download map files in your smartphone in case you don't have an internet connection during the flight.
Use the integrated PPGpS Offline Map Creator to generate offline maps.
*INSTRUMENTS:
PPGpS provides the altitude, vario, bearing, magnetic compass, acceleration and ground speed.
With just one click on instruments you switch easily between different data modes : instantaneous, average and maximum values.
Altimeter can be set to actual altitude or elevation (QHN, QFE) just by long-pressing on the altimeter.
If your smartphone has a barometric sensor, it could be used to compute a very accurate altitude.
You can use PPGpS Wear companion application to display your instruments on your SmartWatch.
*WAYPOINTS:
Create waypoints by tapping on the map or by entering their GPS coordinates.
Select a waypoint with one click on the waypoint instrument (WPT).
Rename or remove a waypoint from the contextual menu of the waypoint list.
Follow the displayed route (bearing, estimated travel time and distance).
Prepare your waypoints from Google Earth and import your KML files (PPGpS folder in the phone).
Waypoints may be automatically loaded at startup and saved at the end of the session.
In case your KML file doesn't import well, please send me the file and I will fix it quickly.
*WIND AND SPEEDS HUD:
The average ground speeds are graphically displayed for every azimuth.
The wind direction is displayed (red arrow) and may be reset at any time during the flight.
*RETURN HOME:
Home direction and Estimated Travel Time to return home is always displayed (shaded red line).
Computations are done according to the wind for accurate results.
*LIVE TRACKING:
Enable the Live Tracking feature to allow your friends and family to see you live on map ! Go to www.ppgps.info for more details.
*AIRSPACE:
Copy OpenAir files in the /ppgps/airspace folder to display airspaces on top of the map
Use my other app AirspaceMap to help you download and customize your openAir files
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ns31.airspacemap
Launch the Demonstration mode to have a quick tour.
Visit http://www.ppgps.info
Find us on Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/ppgps
and Twitter : https://twitter.com/PPGpSAndroid
Enjoy your flights with PPGpS and thank you for your feedback.
stephane.nicole31@gmail.com
App permissions
PPGpS 1.59a APK requires following permissions:
Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows an app to access precise location.
Allows an application to write to external storage.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows applications to connect to paired bluetooth devices.
Allows applications to discover and pair bluetooth devices.
Allows an application to read from external storage.
Ratings and Reviews
Rating: 4.1/5 based on 5+ reviews
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5 ★ My experience with this app is limited to only one ppg flight so far, but it performed great! After a few moments, it calculated the wind speed and direction, which was really useful. Logging my flight path was also very cool - I imported it into Google Earth and was able to see exactly where I went. The only thing I wish it had was sound for the vario - maybe I missed this option? All in all, this is a great tool for me!
5 ★ UPDATE: The version that was released today fixes both issues that I noted below. I love the app and use it on every flight, however, the latest version does not seem to work with my BlueFly vario. Even though it says that is connected the vertical velocity remains 0. Also setting the altimeter to zero (to display altitude above takeoff field) does not seem to work. Overall navigation functions are outstanding.
1 ★ Freezing App During flight.. Send bug reports and still no response from developer. The app freezes up the moment another app becomes active like a WhatsApp message or text coming through. Can't even use mobile phone camera to take pictures or the app freezes up.. This results in not recording the flight and I have no way of seeing my flight path afterwards. I regret paying for the full version of the app.
3 ★ It could be better. It could be less hassle when trying to zoom in on one of your flight replays. Seems like it fights me to do that. It also quit keeping track after 7 flights. I though maybe there was a limit so i deleted 1 and tried again, but it didn't record. I'd also like to see a horizontal view of the flight so i can see what's going on with altitude in replay. FlySkyHy does, but i don't have an apple. And I'm not about to get one. And where's the bug report button?! I don't see one...
1 ★ App keeps on freezing samsung A30. Used it for months witout issues. Now it keeps freezing. No response from devs.
3 ★ No vario available from connected SkyDrop (using BlueFly protocol): I have a Skybean SkyDrop Vario which provides Vario output over BT (SPP) which connects fine to my Google Nexus 7 tablet. The Skydrop is configured for the BlueFly protocol, and works fine in XCSoar (I see vario info on tablet from SkyDrop), but even though PPGpS allows a successful BlueFly connection, I get no vario value displayed in the vario box. A bit disappointed! I have emailed the dev for info.
5 ★ I like this app. Tracks all your flights PPC or PPG. Great app for pilots to have.
4 ★ This is so close to being the best app for navigation. The fuel use is always spot on after configuration. The airspace let's it down. For longer flights I have to use skydemon as it can show airspace correctly. Bumble flights this it amazing!
4 ★ This app has been great. The biggest issue i have is power drain. i have to carry portable reserve power to insure it does kill my phone. would really like this updated for improvement, but it has been present since version 1.
5 ★ Great app and my go-to app for flying. Vario isn't perfect presumably because the information from the phone is sketchy. A software tweak might be able to filter out wild and obviously wrong data which would help. Also the elapsed time shows the hours and only 10 minute blocks as the last digit is missing.
1 ★ Crashes randomly; usually within 10 minutes. (Pixel 4a)
5 ★ Once I figured out how to parse the airspace maps, I rate the app 5 stars. If there were 6 stars I'd rate it.
2 ★ Seems to be slow to download. Got my money 24 hrs ago and still not started. Finally downloaded after 36 hours. working great.
5 ★ New to Ppg and this app Works great. Keeps me oriented and perfect for wind direction
5 ★ 5 stars now that the app is being updated again. I thought this might be a dead app, thankfully it not! Great app.
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