# AvID - Aviation Guide — Search and Share Aircraft

> Aviation database for searching and sharing aircraft details. (iPhone/iPad app by Jon Heslin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avid-aviation-guide/id1252896095 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jon Heslin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1662188729)
- Category: Reference, Social Networking
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 25 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 350 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-07-19
- Data updated: 2026-07-04
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avid-aviation-guide/id1252896095/reviews.md

## What is AvID?

The perfect companion for all aviation enthusiasts. Search the tail number of any U.S. or Canadian aircraft using AvID to bring up all of the latest details for that aircraft including model year, type, registration info, engine horsepower, and more! From a kit-built seaplane to a WWII-era fighter, discover and share with your friends or save your favorite aircraft for later.

- Over 1 MILLION aircraft including U.S. civil aircraft consistent with the FAA registry, Canadian civil aircraft, and various U.S. Air Force, Army, Navy, and Marine Corps aircraft
- Search anywhere, anytime using the onboard database - No internet connection needed!
- Add photos and comments of your favorite aircraft and share with friends
- Find nearby air shows and save these events to your calendar so you don't miss out
- Great for static airshow displays, local fly-ins, and airport managers
- Credit: J. Baugher for the latest U.S. military serial numbers

In-app purchase required for full access to the latest Aircraft and Airshow listings. All listings now offered at $1.99/year or $2.99/lifetime.

Details: 
- Annual subscription of $1.99 per year after 2-week FREE trial OR one-time payment of $2.99
- Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
- Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period
- Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period
- Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase
- Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication.

Link to Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: 
http://justplanehappy.com/avid/terms-privacy-notice

## Key features

- Search U.S. and Canadian aircraft by tail number
- Access detailed aircraft information
- Save favorite aircraft and add photos/comments
- Find and save airshow events
- Offline database access

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| U.S. + Canada | $1.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access (Lifetime) | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avid-aviation-guide/id1252896095/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Waste of money

*2025-07-06, version 3.1.0*

Planes that I can see and touch that have been registered for over 4 years aren’t in database…

### 2/5 — No information

*2025-01-09, version 3.1.0*

I was trying to look up a tail number and it said it could not find it. I typed the tail number on Google and it came right up 
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### 1/5 — Does not work

*2019-02-25, version 2.2.0*

Purchased App a couple months ago and paid for upgrades. The app worked fine and then quit working

### 1/5 — Latest update makes this a pay App

*2018-07-01, version 2.1.0*

I had used this app to identify aircraft by the tail number. The latest update provides minimum info. If you want the previous available details, you now have to subscribe. The “in-app purchases” are for the app to work.

### 5/5 — Awesome app for aviation enthusiasts!

*2018-06-02, version 2.0.1*

Must-have for anyone whose interested in aviation! This app is a great way to look up aircraft by tail number, check in planes to keep track of them, share with friends, and you can even see upcoming air shows in your area.

### 5/5 — Quick and Elegant way to find info on planes

*2018-05-31, version 2.0.1*

Thorough catalog of planes registered in the US. Also provides information on nearby airshows. Convenient!

## Frequently asked questions about AvID

### What kind of aircraft information does AvID provide?

AvID provides details such as model year, type, registration info, and engine horsepower for over a million U.S. and Canadian aircraft. This includes civil aircraft from the FAA registry, Canadian civil aircraft, and various U.S. military aircraft.

### Does AvID require an internet connection to search aircraft?

No, AvID features an onboard database, allowing you to search anywhere, anytime without an internet connection. This makes it a convenient tool for use in areas with limited or no Wi-Fi.

### How much does AvID cost?

The app is free to download and use, but an in-app purchase is required for full access to the latest aircraft and airshow listings. You can choose between an annual subscription of $1.99 or a lifetime payment of $2.99.

### What are the subscription options for AvID?

AvID offers a 2-week free trial for its subscription. After the trial, you can opt for an annual subscription of $1.99 per year or a one-time payment of $2.99 for lifetime access to the latest listings.

### Can I manage my AvID subscription?

Yes, subscriptions can be managed by the user. Auto-renewal can be turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase, at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period.

### What is the update frequency for AvID?

The app was last updated on July 21, 2019, to version 3.1.0. While the description mentions access to the 'latest' listings, the update frequency for the core database content is not explicitly stated beyond this version information.

### Is AvID available on all devices?

AvID is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for the iOS platform.

### What is the age rating for AvID?

AvID has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This rating indicates it contains minimal or no objectionable content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.0 — 2019-07-21

O CANADA!!! 
- Now look up the tail number of any Canadian civil aircraft (starting with C- or CF-).
- Based on the latest Canadian Civil Aircraft Registry from Transport Canada (tc.gc.ca)

- All U.S. Civil and Military databases updated as well!

### 3.0.0 — 2019-05-18

Introducing Automatic Database Updates!
 - No need to remember to download the latest registries, we'll handle that for you
 - Allows for more frequent updates so you'll always have the latest info
 - Includes the latest 2019 Air Show Listings

Improved Aircraft Sightings Functionality
 - Sort by Tail Number, Date, Model, etc. for easy filtering
 - Now add any aircraft to "Favorites"
 - Faster load times
 - New photo image view with zoom

Minor bug fixes and more robust error handling

### 2.2.0 — 2018-07-23

New and Improved Air Show and Event info!
- Browse all Air Shows and Events in the new Map view
- Share events with friends, get driving directions and more
- fixed bug when viewing multiple day air shows

U.S. Coast Guard has joined the party
- Now search aircraft from the 5th branch of the U.S. military
- Several thousand tail numbers added, dating back to the 1930's!

### 2.1.0 — 2018-06-13

The Armed Forces have arrived!! Now search over 1 MILLION tail numbers with a FREE 2-week trial OR one-time payment
- includes U.S. Air Force, Army, Navy, and Marine Corps aircraft dating back to 1920
- stay up to date with the latest U.S. civil (N Number) database consistent with the FAA registry
- keep tabs on all the upcoming air shows
- fixed potential bug with database corruption when downloading new files

Blue Skies!

### 2.0.1 — 2018-05-24

- fixed bug with refreshing Activity feed and User Profile view
- fixed display of "unknown" aircraft characteristics

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-04.*