Aviato — AI-assisted import (instructions)
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Use AI to help convert flight records from another format into the Aviato import template.

This works best for exports from other logbooks, airline reports, roster files, spreadsheets, or copied tables that do not already match the Aviato column layout.

What it does
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AI helps map your existing columns into the correct Aviato format, clean up headings, and structure the data so it is ready for import.

Use this when
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- your file uses different column names
- your data is in the wrong order
- your export includes extra columns
- your file needs light cleanup before import

Instructions
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1. Download the Aviato template that matches your needs from:
   https://www.aviato.so/csv-templates
2. Open ChatGPT or another AI tool.
3. Upload your original file and the Aviato template.
4. Paste this prompt:

"Convert my file into the same column structure as the attached Aviato template. Keep one row per flight leg. Preserve all available flight data. Do not rename Aviato columns. Leave blank any fields that cannot be confidently filled. Return the final result as CSV-ready data."

5. Review the output carefully.
6. Check dates, times, airport codes, registrations, and takeoff or landing counts.
7. Save the final file as a UTF-8 CSV.
8. Upload it to Aviato.

Important
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AI can help restructure data, but you are still responsible for checking accuracy before import.

Before you upload (all templates)
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- Do not rename, remove, or reorder columns.
- Use one row per flight leg.
- Check airport codes, dates, and times before saving.
- Keep the file in CSV format, not XLSX.

Files must be uploaded as UTF-8 CSVs and must match the Aviato template column layout exactly. If your file uses a different structure, use this AI-assisted flow first.