Planning for the end of Jeppesen paper chart services

The global transition to paperless chart operations within the aviation industry continues to evolve rapidly, fueled by growing costs of managing paper and the immense benefits of digitally-powered operations.

The majority of airlines around the world have worked to obtain paperless approval, and utilize Jeppesen digital charts instead of traditional paper charts.

As part of the digital evolution of airline operations, we are planning to phase-out our Jeppesen chart printing services, with services ceasing by the end of 2026. After the retirement of printing services, all Jeppesen charts will remain available in a digital format, and print files can be made available for customers choosing to utilize in-house or alternative printing services.

Although we have not established a specific end date at this time, we are confident in this timeline, and encourage all customers still using paper charts from Jeppesen to begin exploring the pathway to paperless approval now.

The subject matter experts here at Jeppesen have supported many operators with the transition to paperless operations over the past ten years, and they are available to assist in your journey as well. Please let us know if you would like additional guidance on the transition, need support on your paperless approval efforts via documentation support, or simply want to learn more about the process itself.

We are committed to actively communicating additional details as they become available, and working with you to ensure a seamless transition to Jeppesen digital solutions.

Transition to EFB and Digital Charts

Jeppesen offers several EFB options to meet the needs of all aviation segments, from commercial operations to individual pilots. Please review the options below for a solution to fit your needs, and reach out with any product and regulatory questions that you may have:

• Commercial operators: Find out more information about our digital charting solution that comes with FliteDeck Pro
• Government and military organizations: Find out more information about our ForeFlight Military Flight Bag
• Business aviation and corporate operators: Find out more information about our ForeFlight offerings
• General aviation pilots: Find out more information about our ForeFlight offerings

Options for Maintaining Paper Charts

Should you prefer paper navigation charts, or you have a regulatory requirement for your specific use case, there are several ways we can support you:

• Jeppesen offers several solutions that enable you to print the charts you need in small volumes. Depending on your market segment this includes Ground Controls, eLink Portal or ForeFlight. Please check with your service representative for details.
• For larger print needs, Jeppesen is able to provide print files for your inhouse or 3rd party printing. Please contact us for more details.
• If you want to use the same special 7-hole punched Jeppesen paper, this is available as well. Please contact your customer service representative for JeppView paper order details.

Please consider that transitioning to a new paper chart process does require time and effort that could be better spent to transition from a paper operation to a digital chart solution.

Regulatory Support Services

Jeppesen has a dedicated team of experts that will assist you in gaining operational approval to transition from paper to digital. Jeppesen has and maintains documentation that can support your operation in obtaining operational approval with your NAA, which may reference FAA AC 120-76D, EASA Part-SPA, as well as select other local regulations in some cases. With this regulatory support package, you will be able to work towards obtaining an operational approval for the use of digital SID, STAR and approach charts, Airport Moving Map, plotting charts, and more as you switch from paper to digital.

A regulatory support package is available for customers, the core of which consists of:

• Compliance matrix related to the relevant regulations
• Operational risk assessment
• Rapid decompression test for iPads

In addition to providing the regulatory support package, Jeppesen’s team of experts are available to assist you with any questions you may have, and are also available to support your conversations with your NAA/regulator as may be required/helpful (additional fees may apply).

Using the below links, please contact Jeppesen to discuss regulatory support assistance.

• Email contact form
• EFB program authorization support

Webinar: Navigating the Transition from Paper to Digital Charts

Are you looking to gain valuable insights into transitioning to a paperless chart operation?

Whether you are at the beginning or already progressing on your paperless roadmap, check out this informative recorded webinar to learn about the sunset process of Jeppesen chart printing services. Hear from various subject matter experts who have supported numerous operators with their transition to a paperless operation.

Please visit the link below, and register if you haven’t already done so, to view the webinar.

• View webinar

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