Search#
The 
icon is designed to help you quickly find essential information while navigating the Moving map. You can search for waypoints, airspaces, NOTAMs, places, etc., in the Moving map using the Search feature on the Menu bar. The results will be categorized by distance from your location, making it easier to find relevant information nearby. In addition by downloading the “Streets and Places Search” product (available exclusively for Smart Advanced subscribers), you can extend your search capabilities to include streets and specific places.
Waypoint Search#
Access the quick search from the Menu bar > Search. Type an identifier, name, or coordinates to instantly see matching objects like waypoints. Tap a result to view details, center the map, and more.
Search by Identifier#
By inputting at least 1 character on the search bar, the search results will appear for text matching:
Waypoint Identifiers (ICAO Codes, etc) including user created waypoints
Waypoint names including user created waypoints
Document names associated with a waypoint The results are grouped in lists.
Note
The search results will appear in alphabetical order as follows: 1. User waypoints, 2. Airports, 3. NAVAIDs, 4. Other waypoints, and other objects, such as NOTAM.
Search by Coordinates#
You can enter coordinates in the following formats/grids/datums:
WGS84 in DD:MM:SS |
Irish grid without zone |
WGS84 in DD:MM.decimal |
Irish grid with zone |
WGS84 in DD.decimal |
NZ Grid 1949 |
Standard UTM |
NZ Grid 2000 |
UTM with bands |
Swissgrid (CH1903) |
UPS |
UK Grid without zone |
MGRS 100m |
UK Grid with zone |
MGRS 10m |
Swedish grid RT90 |
MGRS 1m |
Swedish grid SWERED99TM |
The search feature will try to interpret the input to match the correct datum. In order to avoid ambiguity between grids it is necessary to enter the 2-letter code of the target country: Irish grids: IE, New Zealand grids: NZ, Swiss grid: CH, UK grids: UK, Swedish grids: SE.
EXAMPLES:
Formats/grids/datums |
Entered value |
WGS84 in DD.decimal |
44.8943 5.4535 |
WGS84 in DD:MM:SS |
23:34:56N 145:12:01W |
Swissgrid |
CH 553986 200005 |
Swedish grid |
SE 6669189 486557 |
MGRS |
32TKR6770698424 |
If a valid coordinate has been entered, the result will appear on the first line of the search result. The results will be prioritized based on the objects closest to your current location.
A true bearing and distance from the current GPS location will be displayed as well. This is not a waypoint result from the database but a location. You can use it to create a Direct to, Add to your route or even create a new User waypoint at this location.
Searching relative waypoints#
By using similar syntax as when looking for coordinates and adding commands, it is possible to create waypoints relative to a known location. 3 modes are available:
Location, Radial/Bearing, Distance
Location, Radial/Bearing, Speed, Time
Location, Radial/Bearing, Location, Radial
Note
Components must be separated by a comma.
Location: can be either a coordinate or a waypoint identifier
Direction: can be true bearing or radial.
True bearing will be an angle from 0 to 360 and prefixed with a B, e.g. B055.
Radial will be treated as a magnetic bearing and will be an angle from 0 to 360, prefixed with an R, e.g. R220. It will be converted to true by using the current magnetic variation model.
Distance: a value in nautical miles prefixed with a D. An optional suffix will allow using other units. Example: D120KM. Supported units:
SM (Statute miles)
KM (Kilometers)
M (meters)
Speed: a value in knots prefixed with an S or GS. An optional suffix will allow using other units. Example: S100KMH. Supported units:
MPH (statue miles per hour)
KMH (kilometer per hour)
MPS (meters per second)
Note
Using S will account for the wind to compute the distance (if weather data is available)
Time: can be a relative in minutes or an absolute time in HH:MM UTC, prefixed with T or AT for absolute. Example: AT08:21
Now let’s see some examples on how to search a waypoint:
Location, Direction, Distance
Creating a waypoint knowing a radial and DME to a navigation aid. For this we need to enter the following information: Location of the navigation aid (ICAO Code or Coordinates), radial and distance to the aid (in Nautical miles, Statute miles, Kilometers or meters).
Let’s say I want to create a point that is on radial 275 of the VOR of Geneva (GVA) at 25NM. I will enter the following in the tool: GVA, R275, D25
Alternatively, you can enter the coordinates of GVA: 46:15:12 N 06:08:14 E, R275, D25
If you want to use true bearing instead of radial just change the R for a B.
To change the distance unit just add SM for statute mile, KM for Kilometer or M for meter at the end of Distance. Example: GVA, B275, D25KM
Location, Direction, Speed, Time
Let’s say you are flying and you are requested by ATC to report your position 5 minutes after passing over GVA. You are flying at 108 knots GS and you are on the radial 275 of GVA. You can enter this String and the tool will search for that point: GVA, R275, S108, T5
You can also enter a specific time in UTC. Use the Code AT before the time for this: GVA, R275, S108, AT12:58
You can also enter the speed in statute miles per hour, kilometers per hour and meters per second. Enter just MPH, KMH or MPS after the speed.
Location, Direction, Location, Direction
Creating a waypoint knowing the radials of two navigation aids.
You can create a point easily by entering the following information:
Navigation Aid 1, Radial 1, Navigation Aid 2, Radial 2. GVA, R100 , SCS, R320
Of course you can use coordinates or bearings for the above command.
Search Airspaces#
You can find specific airspaces by typing the name in the search bar, which also suggests related airspaces based on your input. Click the result and the app will direct you to that airspace.
NOTAM Search#
To search for NOTAMs use their identifiers to locate them on the map. The Search feature will also suggest related NOTAMs based on your input. Click a result, and the app will take you directly to the corresponding NOTAM.
Search by geocoded places#
It is also possible to search by the name of a locality, street, landmarks, etc.
First you need to acquire and install our product “Streets and Places Search.” Once installed, you will be able to search for places like hospitals, streets, and many other points of interest. You can use these points as regular waypoints by adding them to routes or showing them on the map.
Search by Postal Code#
You can now easily search by postal code to find specific areas. This feature is currently available for the United Kingdom, with support for more countries coming soon.
Tap on the search button
Type a UK postal code, such as PH19 1AA
Tap on the result to install the data
Allow some time for the data to finish installing
Re-enter the postal code once the download is complete
Tap on the result to view on the map
Choose your preferred option in the popover
Search by What3Words#
What3words is a feature that allows you to pinpoint a precise location using just three random words separated by periods (in the format word.word.word). This service requires an internet connection.
Open your internet browser and go to: https://what3words.com
Enter a street address in the search bar
Choose the option that closely matches the address you entered
Click on the specific square that corresponds to your desired location
The what3words address will appear at the top of the screen
Copy and paste those three words into the search bar of the app
The location functions as a waypoint
Nearby Waypoints#
You can access all nearby waypoints in relation to your current location by going to Search > Nearby.
With the nearby search you can visualize nearby waypoints and their details within 80 NM radius of your position.
To filter by waypoint type, tap any of the types displayed at the top of the window to select or deselect it.
Tap the 
icon to reveal the details of the waypoint with menu actions; More options and Centre on map.