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06Balloons, loading and fuel

Fuel Management

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Monitor recorded fuel, consumption and calculated endurance.

Actual endurance depends on correct inputs, burner use, ambient conditions and the actual system. FlyMate values are decision support.

FlyMate Fuel Management tab with endurance and flight-time information
FlyMate Fuel Management tab with endurance and flight-time information
  1. 01

    Select the correct balloon.

  2. 02

    Confirm tank setup and starting fuel.

  3. 03

    Start the flight or logging workflow.

  4. 04

    Open Fuel Management from the lower tool bar.

  5. 05

    Record fuel changes and monitor calculated values.

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Balloons, loading and fuel

Configure the actual balloon and tanks before using calculated flight tools.

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