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Track Logs cannot be sent directly from the Track Logs view to the Maps view in ForeFlight Mobile. However, they can be saved as KML files and imported as Custom Map Layers in ForeFlight. KML files are commonly used to display geographic information in apps like Google Earth and ForeFlight.

Sending a Track Log KML file for Viewing in ForeFlight Mobile

To send an importable track log KML file to an iPad or iPhone for viewing in ForeFlight Mobile, follow these steps:

1. Open ForeFlight Mobile.
2. Go to More > Track Logs.
3. Select the desired track log from the list.
4. Tap the Send To button (looks like a square with an up arrow) in the upper toolbar.
5. Select Mail. (Alternatively, select Open KML In and use another option not described in this article).
6. Select KML file from the pop-up.
7. Email the KML file to an address accessible on the iPad or iPhone.

Importing the KML File into ForeFlight Mobile

Once the KML file has been emailed to the device:

1. Open the Mail app.
2. Find the email sent in the previous steps.
3. Tap the KML attachment in the email. A KML text viewer will open.
4. Tap the Send To button (looks like a square with an up arrow).
5. Select ForeFlight from the list of apps. ForeFlight Mobile will open.
6. Choose Custom Content.
7. Select Custom Map Layers from the Import menu.
8. Select OK in the popover confirming the successful importation of the file.

Viewing Imported Track Log in ForeFlight Mobile

To view the imported KML file in ForeFlight:

1. Open ForeFlight Mobile.
2. Go to Maps.
3. Tap on the map layer selector in the upper left.
4. Scroll to the bottom of the right-hand column in the layer selector.
5. Tap on the track log name.