Manual PIREP
What Is a Manual PIREP?
A Manual PIREP is a flight report submitted without using UVAcars.
At UVA, manual PIREPs are not the standard method of tracking flights. They exist strictly as a backup option when technical issues prevent UVAcars from functioning properly.
When Manual PIREPs Are Allowed
Manual PIREPs may only be submitted when:
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UVAcars fails to connect
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UVAcars crashes during the flight
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A technical issue prevents ACARS tracking
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A system outage occurs
Manual PIREPs are not to be used for convenience or preference.
If UVAcars is functioning properly, it must be used for all flight tracking.
Required Proof of Flight
If you submit a Manual PIREP, you must provide verifiable proof of the flight.
Accepted proof includes:
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A direct link to your flight on VATSIM
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A link to another recognized flight tracking network
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Valid ACARS log evidence
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Screenshot evidence showing full flight completion data
If proof is not provided, the Manual PIREP will be rejected.
Why Proof Is Required
Manual submissions do not contain the full telemetry data that UVAcars provides.
Requiring proof ensures:
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Fairness across all pilots
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Integrity of logged hours
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Accurate tracking of flight performance
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Protection against inaccurate reporting
How to file a manual PIREP
- From the the crew center click the cogwheel on the sidebar next to your profile image
- Select my bids
- Select File Manual Pirep
- Fill in all of the information needed and attach your proof of flight. The priep will not file if you do not fill out all of the needed information.
Manual PIREP Review Process
All Manual PIREPs are:
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Reviewed by staff
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Verified against provided proof
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Subject to acceptance or rejection
Manual PIREPs are never automatically accepted.
Important Policy Reminder
UVAcars is the official and required flight tracking system at UVA.
Manual PIREPs are a contingency option — not a primary method of logging flights.
Repeated misuse of Manual PIREPs may result in rejection or further review.