ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting Common Questions

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Who uses ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting?

ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting offers specialized high volume aeronautical data management and production tools. These capabilities allow the Aeronautical Information Management (AIM) user community to produce and maintain high-quality international specification compliant products with a significant amount of automation.

What are the various data models available in ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting?

ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting, at 10.1, supports the Aeronautical Information System (AIS) data model which is Aeronautical Information Exchange Model (AIXM) compliant. The AIS is fully extensible to meet the needs of individual users.

What do I get when I purchase ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting?

ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting is bundled with components for data quality control, cartographic product generation, and workflow management for AIM users. It also includes a complete workflow tutorial and a sample database. Optional services are available that can be customized to your organization's needs.

Do I need to purchase other Esri software to run ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting?

Yes. ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting operates directly and dependently with Esri's core software. Please refer to the System Requirements for further information.

How is ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting licensed?

ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting follows the same licensing model as ArcGIS, with key codes for concurrent use licensing and registration numbers for single use licensing.

Are training courses available for ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting?

Yes. Training courses are offered through Esri's Learning Center or at any appropriately equipped customer site. Training can be given to key staff who will be using these tools. Course descriptions can be found online for the introductory class or the configuration class. Customized training is also available. Please visit Esri Training for further details.

What kind of support is available for ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting?

Technical support is available with the initial software purchase and for those on maintenance. Esri also can configure and implement the software at your organization. Additional support is available on the Support site.

Can I use ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting with other ArcGIS extensions?

Yes.

Can I install the current version of ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting on UNIX?

No. ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting runs on ArcGIS for Desktop, which is not available for UNIX.

Is ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting supported on Windows NT?

No.

Is ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting customizable?

Yes. For AIM users, ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting provides a number of templates and workflows that can be customized to meet an organization's needs. New symbols and styles can be developed based on chart requirements. Tools and techniques from the configuration class will be useful in accomplishing any customization needs.

Can I use the current version of ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting with an older version of ArcGIS?

No. To install and function correctly, the versions must match. For example, ArcGIS for Aviation: Charting 10.1 only works with ArcGIS 10.1.