Disclaimer
Last Updated: February 14, 2025
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE
NOTAM Viewer is provided for informational and educational purposes only. This service should NOT be used as the sole source of information for flight operations or safety-critical decisions.
1. Purpose and Scope
NOTAM Viewer is a web application and mobile app designed to provide convenient access to publicly available Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) data from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other aviation authorities. The service is intended for:
- Pre-flight planning reference
- Educational purposes
- Aviation information awareness
- Supplementary flight planning tools
2. Not for Primary Flight Operations
CRITICAL: NOTAM Viewer is NOT:
- ❌ An official FAA or government aviation service
- ❌ An approved source for official flight planning
- ❌ A replacement for official NOTAM briefings
- ❌ Certified or approved by any aviation authority
- ❌ Suitable as the sole source of NOTAM information
Pilots, dispatchers, and aviation professionals MUST obtain official NOTAM briefings from approved sources before conducting flight operations.
3. Data Accuracy and Timeliness
3.1 Data Source
NOTAM data displayed in our application is sourced from the FAA's public NOTAM Search API. While we strive to display this data accurately:
- We do not create, verify, or certify the NOTAM data
- We cannot guarantee the completeness or accuracy of the data
- Data may be delayed, incomplete, or contain errors
- API availability and reliability is outside our control
3.2 No Guarantee of Currency
NOTAMs are time-sensitive and change frequently. We cannot guarantee that:
- All current NOTAMs are displayed
- Displayed NOTAMs are still valid
- New or updated NOTAMs are immediately reflected
- Historical NOTAMs are accurately archived
3.3 Parsing and Formatting
Our application attempts to parse and format ICAO-standard NOTAMs for easier reading. However:
- Parsing may not be 100% accurate
- Non-standard format NOTAMs may not parse correctly
- Formatted data may contain interpretation errors
- Always verify against the raw NOTAM text
4. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
4.1 No Warranties
NOTAM Viewer is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:
- Warranties of merchantability
- Fitness for a particular purpose
- Non-infringement
- Accuracy or completeness of data
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation
4.2 Exclusion of Liability
We shall NOT be liable for any damages arising from:
- Use or inability to use NOTAM Viewer
- Reliance on data provided by the application
- Inaccurate, incomplete, or delayed NOTAM information
- Service interruptions or technical failures
- Flight operations conducted based on information from this service
- Any incidents, accidents, or safety events related to use of this service
4.3 Aviation-Specific Disclaimer
Under no circumstances shall NOTAM Viewer, its developers, operators, or affiliates be held liable for:
- Flight safety incidents or accidents
- Regulatory violations or penalties
- Flight delays or cancellations
- Damage to aircraft or property
- Personal injury or loss of life
- Any consequential, incidental, indirect, or special damages
5. User Responsibilities
By using NOTAM Viewer, you acknowledge and agree that:
5.1 Pilot/Operator Responsibility
- You are solely responsible for obtaining official, approved NOTAM briefings
- You will verify all information through official channels
- You will not rely solely on NOTAM Viewer for flight operations
- You understand aviation regulations require official briefings
- You accept full responsibility for your flight operations
5.2 Verification Required
- Always cross-reference with official FAA sources
- Obtain briefings from approved flight service stations
- Verify current NOTAMs before every flight
- Check multiple sources for critical information
- Contact appropriate authorities for clarification
5.3 Professional Standards
- Follow all applicable aviation regulations
- Maintain professional standards and best practices
- Use appropriate, approved tools for your operations
- Keep current with regulatory requirements
6. Third-Party Data and Services
6.1 FAA API
NOTAM data is provided by the FAA's public API. We are not responsible for:
- FAA API availability or reliability
- Accuracy of data provided by the FAA
- Changes to the FAA API or data format
- FAA's data policies or terms of use
6.2 Third-Party Links
Our service may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for:
- Content or accuracy of external sites
- Privacy practices of external sites
- Availability of linked resources
7. Service Availability
We do not guarantee that NOTAM Viewer will be:
- Available at all times
- Free from errors or interruptions
- Compatible with all devices or browsers
- Continuously updated or maintained
We reserve the right to:
- Modify or discontinue the service at any time
- Change features or functionality without notice
- Restrict access for maintenance or other reasons
8. No Professional Relationship
Use of NOTAM Viewer does not create:
- A professional advisory relationship
- Any duty of care or obligation on our part
- Any agency or employment relationship
- Any certification or approval of your operations
9. Regulatory Compliance
Important Regulatory Information:
- NOTAM Viewer is NOT approved by the FAA, EASA, or any aviation authority
- Use of this service does not fulfill regulatory briefing requirements
- You are responsible for compliance with all applicable regulations
- This service does not replace official flight planning procedures
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless NOTAM Viewer, its developers, operators, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of NOTAM Viewer
- Your flight operations
- Your violation of these terms
- Your violation of any laws or regulations
11. Changes to Disclaimer
We reserve the right to update this disclaimer at any time. Continued use of NOTAM Viewer after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated disclaimer.
12. Governing Law
This disclaimer shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable law. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the appropriate courts.
📋 SUMMARY
NOTAM Viewer is a convenience tool for informational purposes only.
Always obtain official NOTAM briefings from approved sources before flight operations.
Never rely solely on NOTAM Viewer for flight safety decisions.
You use this service entirely at your own risk.
Questions?
If you have questions about this disclaimer, please contact us.