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Introducing AvCARS — Aviation Weather via Text, Anywhere
At AvSoft Australia, we’re excited to announce AvCARS, a new aviation weather service designed specifically for pilots operating beyond mobile coverage.
With the rapid rollout of satellite messaging on modern smartphones, pilots can now send and receive text messages even when outside 4G/5G range. AvCARS takes advantage of this capability to deliver critical aviation weather information directly to your phone via simple text messages.
Weather when you need it most
Whether you’re flying in remote Australia, crossing oceans, or operating in areas with limited connectivity, AvCARS allows you to request aviation weather updates by sending a simple message.
Built for satellite messaging
AvCARS works seamlessly with satellite-enabled messaging services available on modern smartphones. This means you can still access essential weather data even when you’re flying far above traditional mobile networks.
Designed for pilots
Request the information you need, when you need it:
• METARs
• TAFs
• ATIS
Fast, simple, and reliable
No apps. No data connection required. Just send a message and receive the information that helps you make safe decisions in the cockpit.
AvCARS is another step forward in making AvPlan EFB and AvSoft Australia services available wherever pilots operate – even off the grid.
How to get started with AvCARS?
Text an airport identifier to +61488 883 024 to get started. First time users will receive a $5.00 introductory credit applied, and then messages will be billed at $0.10 per 150 characters (plus any carrier charges for the outgoing message from your phone). You can manage billing settings, add credit or automatic account top-up at https://live.avplan-efb.com/account/sms.
SMS Flight Alerting
SMS Flight Alerts allow you to specify mobile phone numbers so they receive an SMS when you takeoff and land, with the airport and runway name and an optional online tracking link.
To get started with SMS Flight Alerting, head to Settings, AvPlan Live Tracking or https://live.avplan-efb.com/account/sms.
There is no longer a limit of two SMS numbers for the SMS Flight Alerting service. The same introductory credit will be applied to users of this service, and then messages will be charged at $0.10 per arrival or departure message.
Frequently Asked Questions
AvCARS will provide weather for all airports or METAR reporting stations globally.
You do not need to be an AvPlan EFB subscriber to use AvCARS
Enterprise access and introductory pricing is available for commercial customers. Contact support@avsoft.com.au for more details.
