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As an instructor, you can mark bookings as “In Progress” when you begin a training session. This helps administrators and students track active flights and sessions in real-time.

Accessing Your Bookings

The quickest way to manage your bookings is from your instructor portal home page.
  1. Navigate to Instructor Portal
    • Go to your instructor portal home page
    • Locate the “My Bookings” calendar widget
  2. Find Your Current Booking
    • Your upcoming and current bookings are displayed in the calendar
    • Bookings are shown with their scheduled times and participants

Marking a Booking In Progress

When you’re ready to start your training session:
  1. Select the Booking
    • Click on the booking you’re about to begin
    • Or click the “Mark as In Progress” button directly on the booking card
  2. Confirm the Action
    • A confirmation dialog will appear
    • Review the booking details to ensure it’s the correct session
    • Click “Confirm” to mark the booking as in progress
  3. Automatic Status Update
    • The booking status immediately changes to “In Progress”
    • Students and administrators can see the session is active
    • The booking appears differently on the timetable (typically highlighted or with a different color)

What Happens When Marked In Progress

When you mark a booking as in progress:
  • Status Change: Booking moves from “Booked” to “In Progress”
  • Visual Indicators: The booking appears active on all timetables
  • Real-time Updates: Students and admins see the live status
  • Activity Tracking: The system records when the session started
  • Audit Log: A log entry is created documenting the status change

After the Session

Once your training session is complete, you’ll need to mark it as completed. This is covered in the Complete Bookings guide.

Benefits of Tracking In Progress Status

For Instructors

  • Clear Communication: Students know their session has begun
  • Activity Tracking: Your active sessions are visible to dispatch
  • Safety: Ground staff know which aircraft/resources are in use

For Students

  • Peace of Mind: Confirmation that their instructor has started the session
  • Status Visibility: Can track their booking progress in real-time

For Administrators

  • Live Operations View: See all active training sessions at a glance
  • Resource Management: Track which aircraft and instructors are currently active
  • Safety Oversight: Monitor active flights and sessions

Tips

  • Mark it promptly: Update status when you actually begin, not just when you arrive
  • Double-check: Ensure you’re marking the correct booking, especially if you have back-to-back sessions
  • Mobile access: You can mark bookings in progress from any device with internet access

Common Questions

Q: What if I forget to mark it in progress? A: Not a problem - you can still complete the booking normally. The in-progress status is helpful but not mandatory. Q: Can I undo marking a booking in progress? A: Yes, administrators can revert the status if needed. Contact your scheduling team if you marked the wrong booking. Q: Does this affect billing? A: The in-progress status is for tracking only. Q: What if I’m running late? A: Mark the booking in progress when you actually start, not at the scheduled time. The system records the actual start time.

Next Steps

After marking your booking in progress and completing your session: