Best apps like Control Pad for X-Plane 12

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Looking for something like Control Pad for X? We've analyzed 9+ similar apps to help you find the best alternative. Each app is compared by ratings, features, and real user reviews, so you can make the right choice.

Top Alternatives to Control Pad for X

Simionic G1000 (MFD) by 晨李

Simulator for Garmin G1000

Editor's Choice

3.6😞(67 ratings)

$9.99In-App Purchases

This application simulates the Multi Function Display (MFD) of the Garmin G1000 avionics system. It's designed for aviation enthusiasts and pilots to practice IFR training or familiarize themselves with G1000 MFD operations. The app can connect to a separate PFD simulator via Wi-Fi for a complete G1000 experience.

What We Love

👍 Good for learning G1000
👍 Works with X-Plane
👍 Close to real G1000
👍 Good for currency/testing
👍 Useful review tool
👍 Good training device
👍 Excellent learning aid

Room to Improve

🐛 Crashes frequently
🐛 Freezes often
🐛 Connection issues
🐛 Controls difficult to use
🐛 Not standalone
🐛 Requires two iPads
🐛 Flight plan entry unstable
🐛 Poor graphics
🐛 No user guide
🐛 FMS knob difficult
🐛 Navigation position errors
🐛 Autopilot underdamped
🐛 Transponder IDENT issue
🐛 Turn-rate indicator wrong
🐛 Database not accurate
🐛 GPS tracking lost
🐛 Controls unreliable
🐛 Aircraft not lined up
🐛 Sluggish screen refresh
🐛 Flight plan lost on crash
🐛 Location stuck in China
🐛 Engine display not working
🐛 Aux pages not available
🐛 Support lacking

VatScope by 文俊周

View everything on VATSIM

Strong Contender

4.8😊(1.3K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

This application provides real-time information for the VATSIM network, allowing users to view pilot and controller data, track friends, and access airport weather. It also integrates flight plan routes and VATSIM events.

What We Love

👍 Excellent app for Vatsim
🚀 Constantly updated and improved
👍 User-friendly interface
👍 Packed with useful features
👍 Reliable and dependable
👍 Great for both pilots and controllers
👍 Seamless integration with Navigraph

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
🔒 Paywall for some features
🔒 Removing existing features behind paywall
🐛 Issues with recent updates
🐛 Inconsistent performance on different devices

PA28 Performance by POH Performance L.L.C.

For Piper PA-28

Worth Considering

Simulator for Garmin G1000

4.5(17 ratings)

FreeAds

This app calculates essential performance data for Piper PA-28 aircraft flight planning. It covers takeoff, landing, climb, cruise, descent, and emergency procedures, along with an interactive hold calculator and risk analysis tool. Cloud sync ensures your flight plans are accessible across all your devices.

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Simionic G1000 (PFD)

$9.99

This app simulates the primary flight display (PFD) of the Garmin G1000 avionics system. It offers realistic functionality for navigation, flight planning, and autopilot control, making it ideal for aviation enthusiasts and pilots for practice and fun.

Simulates Garmin G1000 PFDNavigation and flight plan functionalityAutopilot and flight director modes

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Checklist & record for sim fly

SimFly Pad

Interactive flight checklistsIn-game virtual cameraCockpit instrument control

Enhance your flight simulation experience with interactive checklists, in-game camera recording, and direct cockpit control. Manage flight records and sync media to the cloud for permanent storage.

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C172 Performance

For Cessna 172

Takeoff and landing calculationsClimb, cruise, and descent performanceInstrument procedure planning

This app calculates essential flight performance data for Cessna 172 and 150 aircraft. It covers takeoff, landing, climb, cruise, descent, instrument procedures, and emergencies, with additional tools for holds and glide calculations. Cloud sync ensures your flight plans are accessible across devices.

Enhance your flight simulation experience with detailed airport information, weather forecasts, and flight planning tools. Access real-time data and navigation aids to feel like a real pilot. The app is continuously updated with new features based on user feedback.

Airport information and chartsReal-time weather forecasts (TAF/METAR)NOTAM messages

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Plane Checklist

For Flight Sim

Comprehensive checklistsPre-start to shutdown proceduresSupports popular flight simulators

This app provides comprehensive checklists for flight simulation enthusiasts. It covers pre-start to shutdown procedures for various aircraft, enhancing realism and safety in virtual flights. Regular updates ensure current data for popular simulators.

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FlightLink

by Lightspeed Aviation

Record intercom and radio communicationsInstant playback of recent communicationsArchive flight communications

This app enhances Lightspeed headsets by enabling recording and playback of all in-flight communications. It allows pilots to archive conversations for training and review, and offers personalized audio and operational settings for specific headset models.

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