How to Make and File a Flight Plan in Garmin Pilot

Filing a flight plan has never been easier thanks to Garmin Pilot. In this video, I’ll walk you step-by-step through how to create and file a flight plan in the app. We’ll start with the basics—setting up your pilot and aircraft profiles—then move into building a flight plan, adding waypoints, adjusting altitudes, and reviewing route data. I’ll also show you how to use the trip planning screen to finalize your plan, generate a weather briefing, and complete a weight and balance calculation. Finally, we’ll cover how to file your plan directly from the app. By the end, you’ll see how Garmin Pilot streamlines flight planning into one simple workflow, saving you time and making your preflight process more efficient. Chapters: Pilot Profile – 00:00 Aircraft Profile – 01:00 Flight Plan Entry – 02:51 Trip Planning/Filing – 11:52 Tips and Tricks – 16:03