Monitoring flight phases is essential for operational efficiency and regulatory compliance. One of the most critical sets of timestamps used in airline operations is OOOI times.

But what exactly are OOOI times, and why are they so important?

In this article, we’ll explore their significance and how skybook integrates the data into flight dispatch.

 

What Are OOOI Times?

OOOI times refer to four critical timestamps recorded during a flight:

• Out - When the aircraft leaves the gate or parking position
• Off - When the aircraft takes off from the runway
• On - When the aircraft lands on the destination runway
• In - When the aircraft arrives at the gate or parking position
  
  

These timestamps are essential for accurate flight tracking, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

Why do Pilots Record OOOI Times?

Pilots play a crucial role in ensuring OOOI times are accurately recorded and submitted via the EFB app. Here’s why it matters:

Accurate flight logging
Precise timestamps are necessary for flight documentation and post-flight analysis. 

Regulatory compliance
Authorities require detailed records for duty time limitations, performance metrics, and operational audits.

On-time performance monitoring
OOOI times can help airlines to track punctuality and improve scheduling efficiency. 

Crew duty & payroll calculations
Pilots and crew hours are usually logged based on the OOOI timestamps for legal and payroll purposes.

How OOOI times help dispatchers & flight operations

Dispatchers rely on OOOI times for several operational aspects, including:

Flight monitoring
Real-time updates on aircraft movement allow for better coordination and response to delays.

Turnaround planning
Helps ground teams prepare for aircraft arrival, fueling, catering, and crew swaps efficiently.

Delay analysis
Provides insights into frequent delays and potential bottlenecks in operations.

Fleet utilisation optimisation
Enables better scheduling and aircraft assignments to maximize efficiency.

How skybook integrates OOOI times into Dispatch

Flight operations gain access to seamlessly integrated OOOI times and much more communicated directly from the pilot’s EFB (Electronic Flight Bag) app, into the dispatch portal. 

Here’s how it works:

1. OOOI data in EFB app
Pilots input OOOI data directly through the skybook EFB app. Or the information can be transferred using an AID (Aircraft Interface Device) connected to the aircrafts avionics system.

2. Automated data sync
The OOOI times are then automatically transferred using EFB sync to the flight dispatch portal in real time, providing there is a data connection.

3. Instant visibility for dispatchers
Operations teams can effortlessly see all flight information in real time, with OOOI times automatically recorded and no manual input required.

4. Enhanced reporting & compliance
The times will also populate in the post flight summary Record Vault once the flight is signed off. OOOI timestamps are securely stored for future analysis, audits, and performance reviews.

By streamlining the collection and distribution of OOOI times, skybook improves efficiency for flight operations and reduces the workload for pilots and dispatchers.

Want to learn more about skybook?

Accurate OOOI times are vital for efficient airline operations, and integrating them into a seamless digital workflow enhances reliability and productivity.

Airlines use skybook, to automate and optimise their data handling, ensuring every flights are managed with precision.

Contact us to learn more about how skybook can help!