Name: METAR Pilot GMT Master (WX, Nearest Airports)
Rating: 5 (3 reviews)
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METAR Pilot GMT Master – Aviation Weather Watch Face with GPS Nearest Airports Detection

Stay flight-ready with METAR Pilot GMT Master, the ultimate watch face for pilots, aviation enthusiasts, and outdoor explorers. Instantly fetch live METAR aviation weather from the nearest airports, automatically selected using your real-time GPS location.

How it Works (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!)
1. Set your favorite airport ICAO in the METAR settings (it will be used as a fallback ID) and the search radius distance (in miles). Open ConnectIQ mobile app - "Device" - "My Watch Faces" - "METAR Pilot GMT Master" - "Settings".

2. The app automatically fetches updated METAR every 5 minutes, so please wait for the next update.

3. Long press on the watch face to launch the optional companion app "GPS Locator" (should be installed separately) which will instantly update your location (wait up to 30 sec. as the GPS sensor searches for the satellite signal), then wait for the next METAR sync cycle to get the updated nearest airports (will be displayed on the Bezel) and weather.

Notice: Garmin doesn't automatically update your GPS location when you move, so you'll need to use apps that use GPS or open the "GPS Locator" companion app.

P.S. The maximum number of airports displayed on the bezel is 8. If the nearest airport doesn't have METAR reporting then it will try a next in the list. If no airports have METAR reporting then the fallback METAR will be displayed.

P.P.S. If you oftenly use any GPS - related apps like Running, Cycling, etc. then you don't need to use the "GPS Locator" app as the watch face will use the last known location and update nearest airports and weather automatically.

Key Features:
- Smart GPS Integration: Automatically identifies the closest METAR-reporting airport based on your current location.

- Live METAR Weather: Displays cloud layer, visibility (SM), wind direction/speed (e.g. 190° @ 15KT), and temperature.

- Smart Bezel: Distances to surrounding airports for at-a-glance airspace awareness.

- Dual Time Display: Combines analog 12/24-hour time with always-on UTC (Zulu) time for pilots.

- Color Theme Customization: Multiple aviation-inspired themes for optimal readability in day/night VFR or IFR conditions.

Interactive GPS Update Support: Long press the watch face to launch the optional companion app "GPS Locator", which instantly updates your location to ensure the nearest airports and METARs are always accurate—even if your watch has been idle.

Optional GPS Helper App:
While the watch face can use the last known location, you can manually update your position in real time with the free "GPS Locator" helper app—perfect for pre-flight prep or post-flight repositioning. Triggered with a long press, this tool ensures precision location awareness on demand.

Download "GPS Locator" (FREE): https://apps.garmin.com/apps/7b7548cf-3917-485c-8afa-1ca7a4162ff4

Perfect For:
- General aviation pilots and student pilots
- UAV/drone operators
- Skydivers, gliders, paragliders
- Weather enthusiasts and outdoor navigators

Feedback
If something is not working or you are having difficulty setting up the watch face, please contact us and we will try to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. We usually respond within 24 hours.

Tips
We would be ever so grateful if you would consider supporting the development and maintenance with your payment: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2UXWJSVZSPZNC

Disclaimer
This watch face is for informational purposes only and should not be used as a primary source for flight planning or in-flight navigation. METAR data may be delayed or incomplete. Always verify weather and time information through official aviation sources before making any operational decisions. The developer is not responsible for any incidents arising from the use of this watch face. Fly safe and always rely on certified aviation instruments.