Aeronautical charts evolve every year. Our blog helps you understand these new editions and guides you through how to read and interpret them. Written by passionate authors, our articles aim to make navigation clearer and more accessible.

5 posts in the category: Aeronautical navigation chart

  • VFR charts 2026 : IGN charts become SIA, but the course remains the same
    Published : 05/12/2026 | Categories : Aeronautical navigation chart
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    Before every VFR navigation, there is that almost ritual moment : the chart unfolded on a table, the route drawn, the landmarks checked, the areas anticipated and that very particular feeling of preparing a flight before even reaching the flying club. For years, pilots naturally associated these paper charts with the name IGN ICAO. In 2026, this habit is evolving : paper ICAO charts at 1/500 000 are no longer produced and marketed under the IGN name, but now come under the responsibility of the SIA, the Aeronautical Information Service.

  • Digital vs Paper Aeronautical Charts: The Duel of Modern Navigators
    Published : 09/19/2025 | Categories : Aeronautical navigation chart
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    Digital vs Paper Aeronautical Charts: The Duel of Modern Navigators In the cockpit of a light aircraft as well as in that of a state-of-the-art airliner, a paradigm shift is underway. Where once proudly stood paper aeronautical charts, carefully folded and annotated by hand, tablets now dominate — equipped with smart apps, integrated GPS, and real-time updates. This evolution, driven by the rise of connected aviation and the growing accessibility of digital tools, raises a fundamental question: is it time to permanently turn the page on p [...]

  • Which aeronautical chart to choose?
    Published : 06/19/2024 | Categories : Aeronautical navigation chart , BAYO
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    When entering the world of aviation, one essential aspect to understand is the use of VFR (Visual Flight Rules) charts. These charts, which come in various types and specificities, are indispensable tools for planning and conducting safe flights. Before diving into the details of the different available charts, it is important to grasp a few basic concepts.

  • 2023 updates on aeronautical charts
    Published : 06/19/2024 | Categories : Aeronautical navigation chart , BAYO
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    Every year, aviation professionals and enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the latest versions of aeronautical charts. In 2023, several updates have been made to the SIA and Éditera charts, which will surely interest pilots.

  • How to read an aeronautical navigation chart?
    Published : 06/19/2024 | Categories : Aeronautical navigation chart , BAYO
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    If you are not yet a pilot, if you dream of becoming one, or if you are preparing for your training to earn your license, this is your chance to get familiar with this essential tool.

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