Navigraph has announced a major new beta release for Navigraph Charts, introducing real-time live traffic visualization for the VATSIM and IVAO virtual ATC networks. This new feature, highly requested by the flight simulation community, enables users to see live flights and active ATC sectors directly within the Navigraph Charts app, enhancing immersion and planning capabilities for users. The update, now available in open beta, was first previewed at FSExpo 2024 and showcases Navigraph’s commitment to advancing realism and user experience.
This update includes a detailed map overlay that displays essential information on live flights, such as aircraft type, callsign, altitude, airspeed, and expected arrival times. The ATC sector visualization provides insight into controller availability and active frequencies, covering key services such as Tower, Ground, Delivery, and ATIS. Users also gain access to expanded airport data, allowing them to identify available parking positions and view estimated departure times for any occupied stands or gates, improving pre-flight planning and accuracy.
Navigraph Charts is available on multiple platforms, including iOS, Android, PC, Mac, and via the web, with subscription options to unlock its full feature set. However, this new live traffic functionality is not currently supported within the Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) in-game panel. To learn more, users can visit the Navigraph Blog, where a detailed walkthrough of the new features and user feedback options are provided.
Live Traffic and ATC Sectors in Charts: A Practical Guide
To help users fully integrate these features into their flight workflows, Navigraph has outlined a comprehensive guide. This walkthrough demonstrates the practical application of the traffic and ATC tools during an example flight from LaGuardia to Tampa, showcasing the seamless integration of SimBrief, real-time weather, and arrival management tools while flying Fly The Maddog. This update provides greater situational awareness, enhanced route planning, and realistic virtual traffic management, making Navigraph Charts a highly valuable asset for sim pilots aiming for an immersive flight experience.
