SmartOPS - Open Source Aviation Management Platform

Challenge

Aviation businesses face a significant challenge: existing flight operations software is either prohibitively expensive or lacks the flexibility needed for modern operations. Small to medium-sized aviation companies often can't justify the cost of enterprise systems, yet spreadsheets and disconnected tools create inefficiencies and safety risks.

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Key challenges in the aviation industry:

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Proprietary flight management systems cost tens of thousands of dollars annually
Vendor lock-in prevents customization and integration with existing workflows
Lack of open-source alternatives forces businesses to build custom solutions from scratch
Fragmented tools for flight operations, passenger management, and fleet tracking
Difficulty integrating flight data with business operations (invoicing, scheduling, reporting)

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The aviation industry needed a modern, open-source alternative that could compete with proprietary solutions while remaining accessible to organizations of all sizes.

Development Process

Tech Stack

Backend: Python (69.5%) - Odoo Framework
Frontend: JavaScript (18.4%), HTML (7.2%), SCSS (4.9%)
Database: PostgreSQL (via Odoo ORM)
Development Tools: ESLint, Ruff (Python linter), pre-commit hooks
Version Control: Git with comprehensive branching strategy
Compatible with: Odoo 16.0, Odoo Online, Odoo.sh, On-Premise

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Module Architecture

SmartOPS is built as a modular ecosystem, allowing aviation businesses to install only the components they need. The architecture follows Odoo best practices and ensures each module can function independently while integrating seamlessly with others.

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Core Modules Developed:

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1. flight - Foundation module providing core flight management functionality

2. flight_aircraft_spec - Detailed aircraft specifications and configuration management

3. flight_data_sync - Real-time data synchronization across systems

4. flight_event - Flight event tracking and management with timeline views

5. flight_number - Intelligent flight numbering and scheduling system

6. flight_portal - Web portal for flight information sharing via secure tokens

7. flight_uom - Aviation-specific units of measurement handling

8. website_flight_fleet - Public-facing fleet showcase for marketing

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Open Source Community Development

Building an open-source project requires more than just writing code. We established comprehensive development standards:

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Code quality enforcement with automated linting (Ruff, ESLint)
Pre-commit hooks to maintain code standards
Comprehensive documentation for module integration
Active maintenance with 382+ commits across multiple contributors
Public issue tracking and feature roadmap on GitHub

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Integration & Extensibility

SmartOPS integrates with Odoo's core modules, enabling aviation businesses to:

Link flight operations to accounting and invoicing
Manage crew and passenger data within Odoo CRM
Generate automated reports and analytics
Customize workflows without modifying core code
Extend functionality through additional custom modules

Solution

SmartOPS provides aviation businesses with enterprise-grade flight operations management without the enterprise price tag. The modular architecture allows organizations to start small and scale as needed.

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Key Capabilities:

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Comprehensive Flight Management: Track flights from planning through completion with detailed event logging and phase management
Passenger Operations: Manage passenger manifests, bookings, and special requirements
Fleet Showcase: Display aircraft specifications and amenities on public-facing websites
Portal Access: Share flight information with stakeholders via secure, tokenized links
Data Synchronization: Keep flight data consistent across multiple systems and platforms
Advanced Reporting: Generate operational insights through Odoo's powerful reporting engine

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Business Impact:

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Reduce software costs by eliminating expensive proprietary solutions
Customize workflows to match specific operational requirements
Integrate flight operations with business management in a single platform
Benefit from community-driven improvements and feature additions
Maintain full control over data and infrastructure

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The platform is actively maintained and continuously improved based on community feedback and aviation industry requirements. Available on the Odoo Apps Store, SmartOPS modules can be installed individually or as a complete suite.

High Level Features

Modular

Architecture Install only the modules you need, from basic flight tracking to comprehensive operations management, with seamless integration between components.

Open

Source Flexibility Full access to source code allows customization, extension, and integration with existing systems without vendor restrictions.

Flight

Event Tracking Comprehensive tracking of flight events, phases, and operational milestones with advanced timeline visualization.

Passenger

Management Robust passenger manifest management with special requirements tracking and integration with flight operations.

Secure

Portal Sharing Share flight information with crews, passengers, or partners through tokenized, secure web portals without requiring system access.

Fleet

Website Integration Showcase your aircraft fleet on your website with detailed specifications, amenities, and availability information.

Odoo ERP

Integration Seamlessly connects flight operations with accounting, CRM, scheduling, and reporting within the Odoo ecosystem.

Community-

Driven Benefit from ongoing improvements, bug fixes, and new features contributed by the aviation and Odoo communities.

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