> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.flightwise.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Create a Booking

> Learn how to create a booking in the FlightWise administrator portal

Follow these steps to create a booking directly from the bookings timetable:

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1. **Select Time Slot**
   * Click on the desired resource row (Aircraft, Simulator, or Classroom)
   * Click and drag from the start time to the end time to select your booking duration
   * The booking creation modal will automatically open

2. **Choose Booking Type**
   * Select a booking type from the dropdown menu
   * This automatically determines:
     * Booking color
     * Lesson completion requirements
     * Participant requirements

3. **Add Participants**
   * Type participant names in the appropriate fields
   * Select from the dropdown suggestions
   * The required participants are based on your selected booking type
   * Add additional participants using the "Add additional" button if allowed

4. **Configure Options**
   * Choose booking status (Booked or Pending Approval)
   * Confirm lesson completion requirements
   * Optionally set briefing times by clicking "Set briefing times"
   * Click "Next" to proceed

5. **Set Lesson Details (Optional)**
   * Toggle "Set lesson" if you want to assign a lesson
   * Choose between "Manual" selection or "Enrolled Courses"
   * Select the course, revision, and specific lesson
   * Add an optional description

6. **Notification Settings**
   * Toggle "Notify Participants" to send email notifications
   * Select which participants should receive notifications
   * Click "Create" to complete the booking

The booking will appear on the timetable and selected participants will be notified if configured.