Effective Date: September 14, 2025
Last Updated: September 14, 2025
Overview
Aviation GPS ("we," "our," or "the app") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how
we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our aviation navigation application.
Information We Collect
Location Data
- GPS Coordinates: We access your device's GPS location to provide real-time navigation, bearing, and distance
calculations to airports and navigation aids
- Compass Data: We access your device's magnetic compass to display heading information
- Usage: Location data is used exclusively for navigation calculations and is processed locally on your device
Device Information
- Battery Level: Displayed as an optional data field for flight monitoring
- Device Orientation: Used to maintain portrait mode for optimal cockpit use
- System Time: Used for time calculations and timezone detection
How We Use Your Information
Primary Functions
- Calculate bearing and distance to selected destinations
- Provide real-time navigation data (ground speed, track, heading)
- Display current GPS coordinates when requested
- Calculate estimated time en route (ETE) and estimated time of arrival (ETA)
- Apply magnetic declination corrections for accurate navigation
Data Processing
- All location processing occurs locally on your device
- No location data is transmitted to external servers
- No personal tracking or location history is stored
Data Storage
Local Storage Only
- Your location data is processed in real-time and not permanently stored
- App settings and preferences are saved locally on your device
- Selected destinations are stored locally for navigation purposes
- No cloud storage or external data transmission occurs
Aviation Database
- We download aviation data (airports, navaids, frequencies) from public sources
- This data does not contain personal information
- Database updates are downloaded from GitHub (OurAirports open dataset)
Data Sharing
No Data Sharing
- We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties
- We do not use analytics services that track personal data
- We do not integrate with social media platforms
- No location data leaves your device
Public Aviation Data
- The app accesses public aviation databases (airports, navigation aids)
- This data is publicly available and contains no personal information
- Sources include OurAirports.com open dataset via GitHub
Permissions Required
Location Services
- Purpose: Essential for all navigation functions
- Usage: This app uses your location to provide navigation and distance to airports
- Control: You can disable location access in iOS Settings, but this will prevent the app from functioning
No Other Permissions
- We do not request access to contacts, photos, camera, microphone, or other device features
- We do not require account creation or personal information
Data Security
Local Processing
- All sensitive calculations occur on your device
- No network transmission of location data
- No user accounts or authentication required
Minimal Data Collection
- We collect only the minimum data necessary for navigation functions
- No behavioral tracking or usage analytics
- No advertising or marketing data collection
Third-Party Services
Aviation Data Sources
- OurAirports.com: Public aviation database (airports, runways, frequencies)
- GitHub: Hosts the aviation database files we download
- NOAA: World Magnetic Model data for declination calculations
No Tracking Services
- We do not use Google Analytics, Facebook SDK, or similar tracking services
- We do not include advertising networks
- We do not use crash reporting services that collect personal data
Children's Privacy
This app does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. The app is designed for aviation
use and does not target children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13,
please contact us immediately.
International Users
- The app works worldwide with global aviation data
- Location processing occurs locally regardless of your location
- No data crosses international borders as processing is local-only
- Aviation database is public international data
Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify users of significant changes through:
- App Store update notes
- In-app notifications for major privacy-related changes
Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices:
Developer: Marian Fujara marian.fujara@gmail.com
Your Rights
iOS Privacy Controls
- Disable location access: iOS Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services
- View app permissions: iOS Settings > Aviation GPS
- Delete app data: Uninstall the application
Data Portability
- Settings can be reset to defaults within the app
- No personal data export is necessary as no personal data is stored
Compliance
This Privacy Policy complies with:
- Apple App Store Review Guidelines
- iOS privacy requirements
- General privacy best practices for location-based applications