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2026-09-22: 1.2606 Aero App for iOS and Android, and Aero Data Server (ADS) is Available

1.2606 Aero App for iOS and Android, and Aero Data Server (ADS) for macOS and Windows is available to download. Click here to be directed to Downloads. Click here to review the latest features, enhancements and system requirements released in version 1.2606.

2026-09-22: GIANT Reports Delayed

GIANT Report production has been delayed until further notice. The latest file is labeled Giant_Reports-2026-09-13. Once production has resumed, we will update this notification. If you have any questions, please contact us via email at AeroDistro@nga.mil.

2026-08-31: Aero App iOS Version 1.2602 has passed testing on iOS 18.7.8, 18.7.10, and 26.6.1

Aero App iOS Version 1.2602 has passed testing on iOS 18.7.8, 18.7.10, and 26.6.1. iPads running a previous version of iOS can be updated to the latest.

Click here to view to the operating system compatibility list with the latest versions of Aero App and Aero Data Server (ADS). Alternatively, users may visit the Support Knowledge Base to view the available resources.

2026-08-24: DD 175-1 Weather Briefings Functionality

DD 175-1 Briefings functionality may be temporarily unavailable while system updates are underway. If you have questions, please contact aeroappsupport@hiltonsoftware.com.

2026-08-19: SAST Scans process change for Aero App

After September 30, 2026, NGA will be changing its SAST Scans for Aero App from Fortify to one produced from its GitLab. Please contact us via email at AeroDistro@nga.mil if you have any questions.

2026-08-13: Upcoming Operating System support changes for Aero App Version 1.2610

Beginning with release Aero App Version 1.2610, support for the following operating systems will be discontinued:

iOS 18
Android 13

The application will continue to support:

iOS 26 and iOS 27
Android 14, 15, 16, and 17

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact our support team at aeroappsupport@hiltonsoftware.com.

2025-10-20: Aero App Android Data API

The Aero App Android Data API provides an interface for accessing aeronautical data. Sample code and related API documentation can be found on ACES 2.0. Refer to the Knowledge Base for more information.

2025-10-10: macOS Compatibility and ADS Support

The current version of macOS, macOS 26 (Tahoe), supports a very limited selection of Apple computers released prior to 2020. Apple’s next release, macOS 27, will no longer support any of the Intel-based Mac computers. As a result of this discontinued support, ADS support for non-Apple Silicon Macs will discontinue. To ensure continued compatibility and receive new features, we strongly recommend upgrading to an Apple computer with Apple Silicon, such as those with M-series processors, and install the upcoming Apple Silicon version of ADS.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to aeroappsupport@hiltonsoftware.com.

For a full list of supported devices, please refer to Apple’s compatibility guide.

Data Availability

Current Cycle: 2609
Core Data
FAA Sectionals (56-day)
Moving Map
GeoRef
E-IPL
GeoTIFFs
Effective: 2026-09-03

Upcoming Cycle: 2610
Core Data
Moving Map: Est 2026-09-23
GeoRef: Est 2026-09-25
E-IPL: Est 2026-09-25
GeoTIFFs: Est 2026-09-29
Effective: 2026-10-01

Upcoming Cycle: 2611
Core Data: Est 2026-10-15
FAA Sectionals (56-day): Est 2026-10-15
Moving Map: Est 2026-10-21
GeoRef: Est 2026-10-23
E-IPL: Est 2026-10-23
GeoTIFFs: Est 2026-10-27
Effective: 2026-10-29

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Software Availability

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App Version

Aero App iOS 1.2606.192

Aero App iOS 1.2602.2680

Aero App Android 1.2606.156

Aero App Android 1.2602.1639

ADS for macOS 1.2606.114

ADS for macOS 1.2602.107

ADS for Windows 1.2606.114

ADS for Windows 1.2602.107

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Latest Features

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Data API

The Data API contains additional aviation datasets, including airport and navigation data, airspace and boundary information, air traffic control regions, military operational areas, special activity zones, and operational reports.

(Available on Aero App – Android)

DD 175-1 Briefings

Pilots can download and view DD 175-1 briefings directly to Aero App.

(Available on Aero App – iOS, Android)

Add IAP to Route

Pilots can add an Instrument Approach Procedure (IAP) to their active route. Users can select a runway-specific approach and its initial approach fix to define the procedure’s entry point.

(Available on Aero App – iOS, Android)