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BreakCalc: Pilot Rest Break Calculator & Alarm 1.69

1 MB / 1+ Downloads / Rating 5.0 - 1 reviews


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BreakCalc: Pilot Rest Break Calculator & Alarm, developed and published by William Marker, has released its latest version, 1.69, on 2017-06-10. This app falls under the Tools category on the Google Play Store and has achieved over 50 installs. It currently holds an overall rating of 5.0, based on 1 reviews.

BreakCalc: Pilot Rest Break Calculator & Alarm APK available on this page is compatible with all Android devices that meet the required specifications (Android 2.3+). It can also be installed on PC and Mac using an Android emulator such as Bluestacks, LDPlayer, and others.

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App Details

Package name: com.generalwidgets.breakcalc

Updated: 8 years ago

Developer Name: William Marker

Category: Tools

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Installation Instructions

This article outlines two straightforward methods for installing BreakCalc: Pilot Rest Break Calculator & Alarm on PC Windows and Mac.

Using BlueStacks

  1. Download the APK/XAPK file from this page.
  2. Install BlueStacks by visiting http://bluestacks.com.
  3. Open the APK/XAPK file by double-clicking it. This action will launch BlueStacks and begin the application's installation. If the APK file does not automatically open with BlueStacks, right-click on it and select 'Open with...', then navigate to BlueStacks. Alternatively, you can drag-and-drop the APK file onto the BlueStacks home screen.
  4. Wait a few seconds for the installation to complete. Once done, the installed app will appear on the BlueStacks home screen. Click its icon to start using the application.

Using LDPlayer

  1. Download and install LDPlayer from https://www.ldplayer.net.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file directly into LDPlayer.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Reviews

5 ★, on 2016-10-31
I have played with this a few times and it works! I had a few questions for the developer and he is very fast to respond. The responses are in detail so if you are having any issues with this app, be sure to ask him about it. In other similar versions that I have been using, they do a great job of calculating the rest period in equal amounts. This app actually complies with FAR-117 so there is not "tweaking" like in other apps. WYSIWYG once you set in the times. The "minutes prior to end of break" timer is limited to +60 on the app. Is there any way to extend that beyond +60? I know that it is not the norm, but there have been requests. Great app!!! Thanks for not lying to your wife about it being the "Best Flight Rest Calculator on Earth".....so far, it is!!!

5 ★, on 2015-10-27
He should know. He wrote it. I do know he is both a software engineer and a pilot, and he is very techy!

Previous Versions

BreakCalc: Pilot Rest Break Calculator & Alarm 1.69
2017-06-10 / 1 MB / Android 2.3+

About this app

A Flight Rest Break Calculator primarily for Long Haul Augmented Pilot Crews, but any Pilot will appreciate its utility. Includes a forever Warranty.

Developer email: WMarker1@gmail.com

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2rjcfZrXvQ
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BreakCalc/

Newly featuring a super handy GMT Time Calculator / Alarm!
(Set it for 15 prior to TOD for your "Have a Great Night" PA, or 15 prior to FIR boundaries for radio calls). NOTE: Please advise fellow pilots of expected alarm so they are not startled (ask me how I know :D ).

Determine flight rest break schedules with just a few taps. Set corresponding "Wake-up / Call Time" alarms with another tap or three instantly.

Flight Data FORM, Spinners, and Time Calculators makes Data Entry a breeze.

Mid Flight Duty Period (FDP) is estimated and displayed. Simplifies figuring break times for Flying Pilot break in 2nd half of the FDP.

Super Versatility: Breaks can:
1) Be evenly divided,
2) Have their durations independently adjusted or
3) Shared 13/24 or 13/2 with 2 twice as long
Mix, Match, add that FAR 2 hour break at the flights end... use your imagination...

Flashing guidance and suggestions to restart / initialize the app provides optimal data entry sequence. It's like a Flight Rest Calculator with LNAV!... guiding you to a schedule solution... Once familiar, "Preference" "Rapid" data entry and load Start Stop times even more quickly!

Designed for phones, and works great on Tablets too!

Automatically suggests "New Flight" to refresh data and eliminate the possibility of using previous flight data. BreakCalc info persists through power cycles and other app usage.

Predictive default break lengths corresponding to the number of breaks to speed data entry whether a short pond hop or a global leap.

Independent alarms sound and/or vibrate at conclusion of breaks. Wake to Vibrate and/or Loud, Medium, Soft, Quiet. Either a "Pager Beep" high pitch loud pierces through cockpit noise or an authentic "Rooster Crow", ... a short duration sounds that cover the audio spectrum for awareness without being too obtrusive or the need to shut off.

Optional Data Lock to help prevent inadvertent loss of calculated data. Lock the data, put the phone in your pocket and have the alarm vibrate to gently wake you without disturbing others.

Optional Rounding to the nearest 5 minutes.

Alarms trigger Android's Notification screen providing optional quick return to the Flight Rest Calculator from any other phone app or game.

Accommodates 1, 2, 3 or 4 break periods, and break times to 24 hours.

Customizable - Preferences Input Screen: Set your preferred "Default" Wake-Up Times, Alarm Type and Time Input Widget style...The "Defaults" you set will re-appear each time an alarm is set, so you won't need to change settings as often.

Added Value- Software Fault Surveillance: A software crash triggers an anonymous descriptive report to the developer to quickly resolve any problem. Surveillance is handy for Android Operating System changes, phone changes, or if I introduce accidentally introduce a software bug my zeal to provide you with the best Flight Rest Calculator on Earth. I'll receive details over wi-fi or shortly after you coast in.

Messaging to/from the Developer:
* Expect only very important notices such as significant updates affecting FAR's or the Calculator.
* A popup screen contains a link for convenient access to GooglePlay for quick BreakCalc update.
* Quick Access to Flight Rest Calculator's Developer via email. Generates email with your devices signature to help developer resolve issues.

Google allows unlimited downloading, even if you uninstall, just reinstall...forever. Your BreakCalc app can only be installed on 3 different devices for phone changes/upgrades. Please keep your GooglePlay credentials confidential.

Warrantee: No BS: If BreakCalc EVER fails to meet your expectations, say the word, your money will be returned.

New features

New! A UTC Time Calculator / Alarm is added to Main Page; A unique, elite tool.

I've found the Time Calculator very useful. ie. Before takeoff - compare the dispatch vs FMS computed total flight times. If the wind forecast changes, early or late push, etc. you can easily compute the cost index that will get the desired landing time.

The UTC alarm is great for to remind you to contact Oceanic facilities, or just a reminder for yourself.

Oh, and it's fantastic! :D