Opening a PPB File

The PPB file type is primarily associated with FAA CDR Data Playback Utility.

PPBFile Extension PPB
File extension: PPB
File type:  data file

What is a PPB file?

PPB files mostly belong to FAA CDR Data Playback Utility. PPB files serve more than one purpose. These files are used as radar playback files that store and replay radar data. This format is typically employed with specialized tools such as the FAA CDR Data Playback Utility to view radar tracks and data logs.
In some of instances, PPB files are project files designed to hold scheduling and planning information in an SQL format. They are associated with tools like Primavera P6 and Asta Powerproject. For more details on Asta Powerproject, visit this webpage.
When handling PPB files, consider the following tips:
  • Confirm whether the file is meant for radar playback or project management.
  • Open the file with the specific playback or project software.
  • Backup the file before making any modifications.
  • If unsure, inspect the file contents with a text or hex editor.
  • How to open PPB files

    You need a suitable software like FAA CDR Data Playback Utility to open a PPB file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your PPB file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a PPB file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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    Programs that open and convert PPB files:

    1. FAA CDR Data Playback Utility
      See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. PPB files are often referred to as FAA CDR Data Playback Utility data files because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
    2. WordPerfect (Print Preview Button Bar) by Corel Corporation
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    Technical Data for PPB File Extension

    File classification:
    Data
    Related files:
    xer, mpp, p6x, rwp, pbb, edt, ppd, ppm, wwb, wpg, wrs, dat
    Related links:

    The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

    ProgramID: ppbfile
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\pressplay\pressplayClient.exe %1

    ProgramID: PagePlus.Book
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Serif\PagePlus\11.0\Program\PagePlus.exe

    ProgramID: PagePlus.Book
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Serif\PagePlus\12.0\Program\PagePlus.exe


    a ppb data file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

    How to solve problems with PPB files

    • Associate the PPB file extension with the correct application.
    • Update your software that should actually open data files. Because only the current version supports the latest PPB file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available FAA CDR Data Playback Utility update.
    • To make sure that your PPB file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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