2D Watch

Empathize

Airborne dilemmas

Based on observations during my 600+ hours of flight instruction, I had found some reoccurring problems my students face:

Disconnect of knowledge related to physiological dangers of flying, and how to handle such situations
Difficulty making quick changes to aircraft weight and balance and flight planning

User Persona

Josh
22, Single, Student, New Jersey

Goals

Become a private pilot
Fly with family and friends on trips
Be safe and confident in his aeronautical decision making

Frustrations

Has a lot to learn in a short period of time
Difficulty visualizing newly learned concepts
Cockpit is small with limited storage

Ideate

Initial Sketches

Prototype

Final Mockups and Branding

The User Experience

Features

Flight plan

Users can create a basic flight plan to have access to key information at a glance.

CO Detection

Built in carbon monoxide detection gives pilots an accurate early warning for carbon monoxide poisoning, and assistance in finding a treatment facility.

Pattern Entry

Increased situational awareness when approaching an unfamiliar airport.

Weight Shift

Quickly see the effects of those last minute seat changes, or increase in luggage, on your weight and balance.

Nearest food

Easily find airports with restaurants on site or within walking distance.

Content Map

Figma Prototype

Tools used

Blender

Figma

Photoshop

Illustrator

After Effects

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