Hi Fly has successfully implemented its Electronic Technical Logbook (ETL) across its fleet, marking an important step forward in the company’s digital transformation and overall operational efficiency.
The new system replaces traditional paper logbooks with a modern, connected platform that allows teams to record and access technical and operational information both in the air and on the ground. The project began in October 2024, following a detailed review of available solutions, and was developed in partnership with Conduce, a specialist in digital aviation systems.
With real-time data sharing, the platform gives teams instant visibility over each aircraft’s status, including technical issues, flight details, fuel data, and operational records. This creates a single, reliable source of information and improves coordination between pilots, maintenance teams, and operational staff.
The move to digital also reduces the risk of missing or unclear information often associated with paper records. At the same time, it saves time through simpler data entry, with structured fields and easy-to-use options.
To support the transition, training sessions were carried out across all departments, ensuring staff were confident and fully prepared to use the new system.
The rollout followed a phased approach. A trial period began on 22 September 2025, during which both paper and digital logbooks were used in parallel. This allowed teams to test the system in real conditions while maintaining standard procedures. The first operational use took place on a Hi Fly Airbus A330 departing from Beja, Portugal, with support from maintenance partners and in-house teams.
During this phase, data from the system was shared with the Maltese aviation authority to demonstrate its reliability and support certification. Internal procedures were also reviewed and adapted to align with the new digital workflow.
Following final approval, the system entered full operation. The first aircraft to operate entirely without paper logbooks was a Hi Fly Airbus A330, which departed from Caracas, Venezuela, on 9 March 2026. From that moment, all flight, technical, and operational records were managed fully digitally.
This achievement reflects strong collaboration across the organisation, involving airworthiness, flight operations, cabin crew, maintenance, and training teams.
The new system is already delivering clear benefits, including simpler reporting of technical issues, improved data accuracy, reduced administrative workload, and faster decision-making.
It also supports Hi Fly’s sustainability goals by significantly reducing paper usage.
Overall, the introduction of digital logbooks strengthens Hi Fly’s position as a forward-looking airline, improving efficiency, connectivity, and operational performance while aligning with the future of aviation.
