AutoPilot is built on trust — trust between pilots, employers, flight schools, and the FAA regulatory framework that governs aviation. These policies exist to protect every member of our community.
By accessing or using AutoPilot ("the Platform," "the Service," "we," "us," or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Platform.
AutoPilot is operated by Peter John-Jacob Herrmann, doing business as AutoPilot ("Operator"). The Platform is intended for use by aviation professionals, student pilots, flight schools, and aviation employers within the United States and internationally, subject to applicable law.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement. You should read them carefully before creating an account or accessing any features of the Platform.
To use AutoPilot, you must:
Professional accounts (pilots with certificate information, employers, and flight schools) are subject to additional verification requirements described in Section 7.
When you create an account, you agree to:
AutoPilot is not liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to maintain the security of your account. You may not share, sell, or transfer your account to another person.
AutoPilot provides a digital platform offering the following services:
AutoPilot reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time with reasonable notice.
You agree not to use the Platform to:
AutoPilot offers free and paid subscription tiers. By subscribing to a paid plan, you agree to the following:
AutoPilot is a record-keeping and career management tool. It is NOT an official FAA logbook, and data stored on AutoPilot does not constitute official documentation for regulatory, legal, or certification purposes without supporting physical or digital records acceptable to the FAA.
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, AutoPilot and its operator shall not be liable for:
Our total liability to you for any claims arising from these Terms or your use of the Platform shall not exceed the greater of (a) $100 or (b) the amount you paid to AutoPilot in the three months preceding the claim.
AutoPilot and its content, features, and functionality are owned by AutoPilot and are protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
You retain ownership of content you submit to the Platform (your logbook data, profile information, etc.), but you grant AutoPilot a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, store, display, and process that content solely to operate and improve the Service.
The AUTOPILOT trademark (USPTO Serial No. 99745873) is a registered trademark of Peter John-Jacob Herrmann. Unauthorized use is prohibited.
AutoPilot may suspend or terminate your account immediately, without prior notice, if you:
Upon termination, your right to use the Platform ceases immediately. You may request an export of your logbook data within 30 days of termination. AutoPilot reserves the right to retain data as required by law or for fraud prevention purposes.
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Lee County, Florida.
Before initiating any formal legal proceedings, you agree to contact AutoPilot in writing and allow 30 days for good-faith resolution of any dispute.
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us. We're committed to clear, fair policies.
legal@flywithautopilot.comAutoPilot collects the following categories of information:
Account Information: Name, email address, password (hashed), and any additional profile information you provide including pilot certificates, ratings, and employment history.
Logbook Data: Flight records you enter including dates, aircraft, routes, flight times, conditions, instructor endorsements, and CFI certificate numbers.
Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the Platform, including pages visited, features used, and time spent.
Device & Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
Communications: Messages you send through the Platform's messaging system.
We use collected information to:
When you apply for a position or contact a flight school, your profile information including certificates, ratings, total hours, and employment history is shared with that employer or school. You control what appears on your public profile.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:
We retain your data for as long as your account is active and for a reasonable period thereafter. Logbook data is retained for at least 7 years from the date of entry to accommodate FAA record-keeping norms.
We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption at rest and in transit, access controls, and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
You have the right to:
AutoPilot uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to maintain your session, remember preferences, and analyze usage patterns. You may control cookie settings through your browser, though disabling cookies may limit Platform functionality.
To exercise your privacy rights or ask questions about our data practices, contact our privacy team.
privacy@flywithautopilot.comAviation is a safety-critical profession. The integrity of our community depends on every member providing accurate, honest information. This Acceptable Use Policy ("AUP") sets clear rules for how AutoPilot may and may not be used.
Violations of this AUP may result in immediate account suspension, permanent ban, and where appropriate, referral to the FAA, NTSB, or law enforcement.
The following violations result in immediate, permanent account termination with no appeal and may be referred to regulatory authorities.
All users are expected to maintain professional standards consistent with the aviation industry. This includes:
Employers and flight schools using AutoPilot agree to:
If you believe another user is violating this AUP — particularly by falsifying flight hours or credentials — please report it immediately. Aviation safety depends on the integrity of every pilot's credentials.
Use the "Report" button on any profile, logbook, or message, or email us directly at safety@flywithautopilot.com. Reports are handled confidentially. Knowingly filing false reports is itself a violation of this AUP.
Safety is non-negotiable in aviation. If you see something that doesn't look right, tell us.
safety@flywithautopilot.comThe AutoPilot digital logbook is a record-keeping aid, not an official FAA logbook. The FAA accepts electronic logbooks as pilot records per AC 61-98D, but pilots are responsible for ensuring their records meet all regulatory requirements. AutoPilot does not certify the accuracy of any logbook entry.
All flight time entered into AutoPilot is self-reported by the user. AutoPilot provides CFI signature functionality to support the verification of dual received entries, but cannot independently verify the accuracy of any flight record.
Per FAR 61.51, a pilot must record flight training time received and the name, certificate number, and certificate expiration date of each authorized instructor who provides instruction. AutoPilot implements this requirement as follows:
When a student logs dual received with your certificate number on AutoPilot, you will receive a notification to review and digitally sign the entry. Signing confirms you provided the instruction logged. If you did not provide the instruction, decline and report the entry immediately.
Falsifying a pilot logbook may constitute fraud under 18 U.S.C. § 1001 (false statements to a federal agency) and may result in certificate revocation under 49 U.S.C. § 44709. AutoPilot will cooperate fully with FAA investigations involving falsified records on our platform.
AutoPilot employs the following measures to deter and detect falsification:
AutoPilot calculates and displays currency status based on the flight data you enter. These calculations are provided for informational convenience only. You are solely responsible for verifying your own currency before acting as pilot in command.
AutoPilot strongly recommends maintaining a backup copy of your logbook data. You may export your logbook at any time in CSV format. AutoPilot is not responsible for data loss due to technical failures, and your AutoPilot logbook should not be your sole record of flight time.
Consistent with FAR 61.51(b)(1), pilots should retain logbook records for a minimum of the periods required by applicable regulations.
If you believe a logbook entry has been falsified by another user using your CFI certificate number, or if you have questions about logbook policy, contact us immediately.
safety@flywithautopilot.com