# dBrief — Pilot logbook — Fast and simple

> Fast and simple pilot logbook for general aviation with history and currency tracking. (iPhone/iPad app by dBrief, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dbrief-pilot-logbook/id653891142 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [dBrief, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1390030789)
- Category: Lifestyle, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 35 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-07-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-06
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dbrief-pilot-logbook/id653891142/reviews.md

## What is dBrief?

A simple streamlined logbook made for GA. Created by a flight instructor for folks who don't bother with duty time.

"It's straightforward and simple but not simplistic. It's comprehensive in its data presentation but not complicated."

"I very much appreciate the simplicity. Most of the programs put in too much crap that nobody really wants."

"Great app. Easy to log my time."

(** To import past flights please visit www.dbrief.me **)

FAST AND EASY ENTRY
- Auto-fills aircraft data
- Smart route suggestions
- Tap any label to auto-fill it with total time
- Dynamic keyboard switches between letters and numbers as you type
- Automatically adds decimals

EXPLORE YOUR CURRENCY
- Medical and CFI status
- Day/night landings by class for the past 90 days
- Tips to extend your instrument currency
- Flight review due dates

EXPLORE YOUR HISTORY
- Trip photos
- Interactive map of your entire flight history
- Archived tracks and weather for IFR flights
- Intelligent search, e.g. "2011 bfr" or ">2 app"
- Time breakdowns by type/tail number

OTHER NICE THINGS
- Custom fields let you track your own flight metrics
- 8710 "Record of Pilot Time"—your totals are formatted in order of appearance on the IACRA web page
- Syncs across devices (ability to log your flight from a company iPad)
- Have a copy of your logbook in your EFB (runs alongside your charts on iPad)
- Import from Excel or a previous online logbook (www.dbrief.me)

## Key features

- Auto-fills aircraft data
- Smart route suggestions
- Explore currency and due dates
- Interactive flight history map
- Customizable flight metrics
- 8710 pilot time record formatting
- Cross-device syncing

## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dbrief-pilot-logbook/id653891142/reviews.md

### 4/5 — please add “flight simulator” time column

*2024-02-18*

Hi, it’s a great app indeed, very easy to use and easy to review. But there’s a function missing, which is the flight simulator time is not showing at all. Also I’m using BATD in school but there’s only AATD available. If you could kindly add these 2 functions would be wonderful!

### 5/5 — Awesome APP

*2022-07-18*

Easy to use app for logging all your flight time. I submitted feedback to add the option to filter previous 30 days, received a response within hours, and within two days an update was issued with my request. Never seen such customer service with an app.  Great to see, keep it up!

### 5/5 — Perfect application

*2022-02-22*

This is nothing but a wholesome of super cool logbook.

### 4/5 — Does not let you count ftd time towards total time

*2021-05-31*

This free app is awesome and works great, that being said i noticed a few issues. It will not let ftd time count towards total time if you choose ftd. Also i think it would be nice if you could take pics of your logbook pages to further keep the record in case of logbook damage or loss

### 5/5 — Great App!

*2020-08-04*

I love this app! Great job making a simple to use and feature packed app. I like the airports — pins on the map feature for my summer GA trips. 
I use it for my professional logging in the airlines too.

Great work!
Andrew

### 5/5 — The best

*2020-03-17*

I’m just $100 hamburger🍔 GA pilot✈️ this app is perfect!  super simple super clean and free. Thank you. Would gladly donate to keep a running. This app is kept up to date. And stays simple. 👍🏼

### 4/5 — Good, simple

*2018-10-30*

Waiting for a digital endorsement option. 
Ways to import would be sweet too, but it’s a good start if you want something simple and easy to use! 
Would be sweet to have reminders if you are about to go out of currency! 
Overall really user friendly and simple though.

### 4/5 — Easy Logbook

*2018-10-05*

This is a great logbook if you are looking for simplicity and comprehensiveness. I recently retired from the military and spent several afternoons searching for a digital logbook I could grow into. I chose this app for its simplicity and intuitiveness. I did spend some time figuring out how to enter my military data into the given format. I would have given this app 5 stars however, currently there isn’t a way to record a digital endorsement. I contacted technical support and was told a digital endorsement is being worked and should appear in future updates. I’m also extremely pleased with the timelines of their responses. I write very few online reviews. I decided to review this app to help support it’s growth. I will recommend this app to all my peers.

### 4/5 — Good Start

*2018-07-22*

Would be perfect if you could add blocks off, takeoff, landing and blocks on time

### 4/5 — App Unexpectedly Quit

*2018-04-10*

Recently, App not running and unexpectedly quit every time.

## Frequently asked questions about dBrief

### How do I import my past flights into dBrief?

You can import past flights by visiting www.dbrief.me on your web browser. The app also supports importing from Excel or a previous online logbook through this portal.

### Is dBrief available on Android devices?

dBrief is currently supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. There is no mention of Android support in the provided data.

### What kind of currency information does dBrief track?

dBrief tracks medical and CFI status, day/night landings by class for the past 90 days, and flight review due dates. It also offers tips to extend instrument currency.

### Can I add my own custom data points to dBrief?

Yes, dBrief allows you to add custom fields to track your own specific flight metrics beyond the standard logging requirements.

### How often is dBrief updated?

The latest version of dBrief is 3.20.1, which was last updated on October 30, 2023. This indicates a relatively active update schedule.

### What is the age rating for dBrief?

dBrief has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This suggests no mature content is present.

### Does dBrief have any offline functionality?

While the description mentions syncing across devices and having a copy in your EFB for iPad, it does not explicitly state offline logging capabilities. However, it is designed to be fast and simple for entry.

### What do users like most about dBrief?

User feedback highlights the app's straightforward simplicity, comprehensive yet uncomplicated data presentation, and ease of logging time. Many appreciate the lack of unnecessary features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.2.069 — 2026-08-03

* Improved auto-logging for slow aircraft
* Improved airport display on My Map page
* Improved searching for ICAO/IATA routes
* Fixed issue where certain flights may not consolidate
* Fixed issue where photos taken during a flight may not appear in Add Photos page

### 4.2.0 — 2026-06-15

* NEW! Auto Logging can detect new flights w/ route + totals + track
* NEW! Suggested Photos finds the pictures you took around each flight so you can add them with a tap
* Ability to auto-fill new flights using last logged aircraft
* Landing currency is now grouped by common aircraft type
* Various bug fixes and performance improvements

### 4.1 — 2026-04-23

* NEW! Currency timelines show your landings, IFR, and medical currency at a glance
* NEW! Currency notifications alert you before your currencies expire (turn on/off in Settings)
* Statistics charts now show projected hours for current month/year
* Flight Log page now shows remarks + photos
* Landings currency is now shown for aircraft requiring a type rating
* Improved full-screen maps
* Liquid Glass UI
* Fixed crash in Statistics page when switching between years and months
* Fixed crash when saving BasicMed certificate
* Numerous bug fixes and performance improvements

### 4.0 — 2026-04-16

* NEW! Currency timelines show your landings, IFR, and medical currency at a glance
* NEW! Currency notifications alert you before your currencies expire (turn on/off in Settings)
* Flight Log page now shows remarks + photos
* Landings currency is now shown for aircraft requiring a type rating
* Improved full-screen maps
* Liquid Glass UI
* Fixed crash in Statistics page when switching between years and months
* Fixed crash when saving BasicMed certificate
* Numerous bug fixes and performance improvements

### 3.20.1 — 2023-10-30

- Fixed networking issue that prevented login and sync

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