# Everything Explained — for the Professional Pilot

> Comprehensive aviation reference book for professional pilots, available digitally. (iPhone/iPad app by Aviation Press, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/everything-explained/id1055591954 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Aviation Press, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/634268437)
- Category: Books, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.43/5 from 168 App Store ratings · 52 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 225 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-12-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/everything-explained/id1055591954/reviews.md

## What is Everything Explained?

EVERYTHING EXPLAINED for the PROFESSIONAL PILOT - 14th EDITION. For the Private Pilot or the Airline Captain… by far the #1 BEST SELLING aviation reference book in the world!  Excruciatingly detailed PLAIN ENGLISH explanations of EVERYTHING essential for EVERY pilot.  From student to airline captain… all will benefit.  The ULTIMATE REFERENCE BOOK that explains all aspects of aviation from PROPS to HEAVY JETS.  450 pages crammed with virtually EVERY scrap of information essential and necessary for EVERY PILOT.  If you can’t find it here you probably don’t need to know it.  
**Virtually identical to the best-selling print book but in full hi-def color.  
**Infinitely and crisply zoomable in Portrait, Landscape, or Multi-page views.  
**Totally interactive Table of Contents and INDEX zip you immediately to the page you’re looking for no matter what key word you could possibly imagine.  
**Highlight or underline text in any color.
**Create notes in several different formats.
**Add your own text anywhere in any font, font size, or color.
**Bookmark pages and have access to only the bookmarked or annotated pages.
**Write or draw directly on the page with your finger or stylus in any color.  
**Link effortlessly to an instant Google search of any selected text for further research.
**Eyes getting tired?  Select a portion of text, or even entire pages and Siri will read it out loud for you.
**You even have the ability to insert any picture or diagram on your iPad’s camera roll directly into the app.  Then size and position it anywhere you like. Tons of interesting possibilities with this truly unique feature.  Photos or screen shots of your current aircraft’s systems maybe?  Stick them anywhere in a related section and size them at will.  WOW!
**Automatically syncs with your iCloud account to backup and restore your purchase along with your bookmarks and annotations.
**Purchase new editions from within the app and store all of them on the bookshelf for cross-reference as regulations change.

## Key features

- Full hi-def color explanations
- Interactive table of contents and index
- Highlight, underline, and add notes
- Draw or write directly on pages
- Insert personal pictures and diagrams
- Siri text-to-speech functionality
- iCloud backup and sync

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| EEPP - 14th Edition | $59.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 52)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/everything-explained/id1055591954/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Amazing book, amazing service

*2022-10-26, version 4.1*

I just wanted to thank you for the stellar service Shane provided. I had previously purchased the electronic version back in 2021 and my IPAD was stolen. For some reason we couldn’t retrieve my past version. So the team gave me a current version to enable me to continue to instruct. I demand each of my students purchases this bible to flying.

Thanks to all at Aviation-Press.

### 4/5 — Great Content Overall

*2022-10-08, version 4.1*

I’ve purchased the book once and updated the version on my iPad since Revision 11.  My only complaints are that I’d like to see a little more intuitive way to find bookmarks and highlights and perhaps offer a discount to previous edition owners. 

Aside from that I really like the ability to find info on subjects that then cross-references source material as well as the overall tone of the material (yup…I appreciate the humor and sarcasm).

### 5/5 — Great resource to learn and review

*2022-09-29, version 4.1*

I came across Everything Explained when I was studying for my first airline interview general knowledge test. I thought the book was a great review, and I still reference it from time to time 7 years later while I’m in cruise. The recent update caused my purchased version to stop working, but an email to support resolved that issue quickly.

### 5/5 — Top notch support - A great revolving resource for pilots

*2022-09-15, version 4.1*

I have always referred back to this book to refresh my knowledge and I really like how the writer and app developer continually support the book till this day after so many revisions. I had an issue getting access via the app since purchasing the book a long time ago. The developer was quick to respond and help me resolve my issue. The book is FULL of useful info, info graphics and details. Really helpful for visual learners. Its a great book to have on your bookshelf or digital bookshelf.

### 5/5 — Purchase the best forget the rest🍒🙌🏼

*2022-04-23, version 4.1*

Owned a hard copy in college through flight school. It saved me hours of combing through boring FAA Regulations while presenting the material in a format which is easily understandable. Purchased the 10th edition e-copy when I started my first 135 job and used it constantly to keep myself safe and legal. 
Years later I now am a 121, B-767 Captain and sadly my old e-copy disappeared…… sent an email and guess what? These guys restored my copy with the newest version! 
Purchase with confidence from this fine publisher. It really is the best aviation publication available🛫🛬👌🏽

### 5/5 — Awesome Resource

*2022-02-15, version 4.1*

Great book and all-encompassing resource.  Easy to read and understand. Very helpful for all pilots, from student pilot through ATP. Great support from the developer.

### 5/5 — Great customer service

*2022-02-05, version 4.0*

The customer service is fast and really go above to help you if you run into and trouble.

### 5/5 — Amazing Reference Book

*2022-01-18, version 4.0*

If you are just starting your career or you are a professional pilot, this is a wonderful reference book for you.
I have this book almost for 9 years and use it as a  training tool.
Highly recommended!!

### 5/5 — Excellent resource for the professional pilot!

*2021-12-03, version 4.0*

Excellent resource! This is an excellent plain language explanation of the many things that you need to know as a professional pilot!  Also, they have great customer support!

### 5/5 — This is what you need

*2021-11-08, version 3.4*

This book has been in my library for years. I was bummed that with the new update, that my old edition wasn’t compatible, but EEPP made it right and hooked me up with a new edition.  This is the kind of company you want to support and not to mention that this book is exactly what you need to be a pilot!

## Frequently asked questions about Everything Explained

### What is Everything Explained?

Everything Explained is a digital aviation reference book designed for professional pilots. It offers detailed, plain English explanations of essential aviation topics, covering everything from props to heavy jets. The app is virtually identical to the best-selling print version but features full hi-def color and interactive digital capabilities.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include infinitely zoomable pages, an interactive table of contents and index for quick navigation, tools to highlight, underline, and create notes, and the ability to draw or write directly on pages. It also allows users to insert personal pictures and diagrams, offers Siri text-to-speech for reading text aloud, and syncs with iCloud for backup and restore.

### How much does Everything Explained cost?

The app itself is free to download, but it operates on a freemium model with in-app purchases. Users can purchase new editions of the aviation reference book from within the app. This allows for storing multiple editions on a bookshelf for cross-referencing as regulations change.

### What are the use cases for Everything Explained?

This app serves as an ultimate reference for pilots of all levels, from students learning the basics to experienced airline captains. It's ideal for studying for exams, refreshing knowledge on specific aviation systems, understanding complex procedures, and keeping up-to-date with regulations. The annotation and note-taking features make it a personalized study tool.

### Is this app compatible with my device?

While specific device compatibility is not detailed, the description mentions features like hi-def color, zoomable views, and iCloud sync, suggesting it is designed for modern tablet devices like iPads. The ability to insert pictures from a camera roll also implies compatibility with devices that have cameras and photo libraries.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1 — 2022-02-07

- Improved performance.
- Added Push Notification.

### 4.0 — 2021-11-30

Released the 14th Edition of the Book.

### 3.4 — 2019-03-14

With this update, the brand new 13th edition is now available as an in-app purchase! We have included a 25-page sample of the 13th edition for free.

The full 13th edition (in-app purchase required) Includes:
·      A complete and total overhaul of contents, formatting and graphics.  A fun new modern look and feel throughout.  Great eye candy that makes it a lot more interesting to read than those dusty, dry FAA publications or the remarkably incomplete material put out by other publishers.

·      All regulations and AIM references updated and explained with all of the related regulations, Advisory Circulars, and other FAA publications listed.  Huge changes during the past few years for professional and recreational pilots.

·      Greatly expanded explanations and illustrations for virtually all subjects.

·      Tons of brand new subjects with full details.

·      Countless new quotes added from FAA legal interpretations, Notices, Information for operators (InFOs), Safety Alerts for Operators (SAFOs), and NTSB rulings with names and dates that enable easy access to the original documents directly from the FAA’s website.  Virtually all controversial subjects are accompanied with word for word quotes from those FAA interpretations where they try to explain what they really meant to say.  Whether you fly props or jets — Part 91, 91K, 135, or 121 — settle every one of those pilot debates with detailed credibility.

·      The freshly formatted and expanded index makes it even easier to find exactly what you’re looking for instantly, no matter what key word comes to mind.

·      Et cetera, et cetera, et cetera!;o).

·      Additionally, we have designed a cleaner bookshelf look, added an FAQ section, improved functionality features such as the ability to clear in-app messages and the option to delete or move editions around on the bookshelf, fixed minor glitches, eliminated the reliance on iCloud to save editions, etc.

### 3.2 — 2017-07-05

IMPORTANT NOTE: We recommend syncing to iCloud before updating! This is done by pressing the Cloud Sync button located in the upper right corner of the Bookshelf View in the app. This will ensure your bookmarks and annotations have been saved and will be restored. 
 
This update also includes improved functionality and design, bug fixes, and SAMPLE PAGES of the newly published 12TH EDITION which can be purchased IN THE APP.
 
Full 12th edition includes:
All regulations, legal interpretations, and AIM references updated;
Expanded explanations of ALL subjects;
Newly acquired legal references concerning IFR flight in Class G uncontrolled airspace;
Braking action / Runway condition codes;
Detailed information on Runway Status Lights, Runway Entrance Lights, Takeoff Hold Lights, Runway Intersection Lights, Final Approach Runway Occupancy Signals, etc;
Additional landing distance required information;
Coded departure procedures;
Greatly expanded explanations of RNAV (GPS) approaches including LNAV, LNAV/VNAV, LNAV+V, LP, LPV, GBAS, RNP SAAAR, Baro-VNAV, WAAS, alternate requirements when utilizing GPS approaches, etc;
Enhanced Flight Vision Systems (EFVS §91.176);
New Tri-color and Pulsating Visual Approach Slope Indicator Systems;
Newly acquired detailed information concerning Communication Failure in instrument conditions;
Solar Superstorms… The Ultimate Blackout;
Latitude and longitude — Three Ways;
Telecommunication — Datalinks;
Expanded Traffic alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) and ADS-B information;
Engineered Materials Arresting System (EMAS);
Expanded jet takeoff and landing information;
Logging pilot time — greatly expanded information;
Background checks for Student pilots;
Certificates, Ratings, Endorsements… a detailed look;
3rd Class Medical Reform — “BasicMed” — Everything you need to know;
ICAO Flight Plan — Expanded information on how to file;
Graphical Forecasts for Aviation (GFA) replaces area forecasts (FA);
FICON NOTAMs;
Alternate Decision Tree;
iPad — Replacement for FMS?
Plus… countless new GRAPHICS and PICTURES;
Et Cetera, et cetera, et cetera!;o)

### 3.1 — 2017-05-22

In-App purchase for 12th Edition now available.

IMPORTANT NOTE: We recommend syncing to iCloud before updating! This is done by pressing the Cloud Sync button located in the upper right corner of the Bookshelf View in the app.

This update also includes improved functionality and design, bug fixes, and SAMPLE PAGES of the newly published 12TH EDITION which can be purchased IN THE APP.

Full 12th edition includes:
All regulations, legal interpretations, and AIM references updated;
Expanded explanations of ALL subjects;
Newly acquired legal references concerning IFR flight in Class G uncontrolled airspace;
Braking action / Runway condition codes;
Detailed information on Runway Status Lights, Runway Entrance Lights, Takeoff Hold Lights, Runway Intersection Lights, Final Approach Runway Occupancy Signals, etc;
Additional landing distance required information;
Coded departure procedures;
Greatly expanded explanations of RNAV (GPS) approaches including LNAV, LNAV/VNAV, LNAV+V, LP, LPV, GBAS, RNP SAAAR, Baro-VNAV, WAAS, alternate requirements when utilizing GPS approaches, etc;
Enhanced Flight Vision Systems (EFVS §91.176);
New Tri-color and Pulsating Visual Approach Slope Indicator Systems;
Newly acquired detailed information concerning Communication Failure in instrument conditions;
Solar Superstorms… The Ultimate Blackout;
Latitude and longitude — Three Ways;
Telecommunication — Datalinks;
Expanded Traffic alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) and ADS-B information;
Engineered Materials Arresting System (EMAS);
Expanded jet takeoff and landing information;
Logging pilot time — greatly expanded information;
Background checks for Student pilots;
Certificates, Ratings, Endorsements… a detailed look;
3rd Class Medical Reform — “BasicMed” — Everything you need to know;
ICAO Flight Plan — Expanded information on how to file;
Graphical Forecasts for Aviation (GFA) replaces area forecasts (FA);
FICON NOTAMs;
Alternate Decision Tree;
iPad — Replacement for FMS?
Plus… countless new GRAPHICS and PICTURES;
Et Cetera, et cetera, et cetera!;o)

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