# Flight Test X20

> Study platform for FAA knowledge tests for pilots and aviation professionals. (iPhone/iPad app by Sheppard Air, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flight-test-x20/id1501097608 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sheppard Air, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/595077420)
- Category: Education, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.78/5 from 82 App Store ratings · 43 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 25 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flight-test-x20/id1501097608/reviews.md

## What is Flight Test X20?

Flight Test X20 is Sheppard Air's latest student study course learning platform for FAA knowledge tests.  It allows those students studying for pilot, dispatcher, instrument rating, instructor, flight engineer, ATP, and interviewee written tests to do their top-off preparation for the final knowledge test.

## Key features

- FAA knowledge test preparation
- Pilot study course
- Dispatcher study course
- Instrument rating preparation
- Instructor written test prep
- ATP written test prep

## Recent user reviews (10 of 43)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flight-test-x20/id1501097608/reviews.md

### 5/5 — This is the best app

*2026-03-27, version 20.75.01*

Passed all my exams +85%

### 2/5 — Sheppard air is DECENT, this app is HORRIBLY programmed and needs to be gutted and replaced

*2026-01-07, version 20.72.2*

Gonna preface this by saying that I’m laughing while writing this because using this app has the same feeling as watching a bad movie to make fun of it. 
The app opens by ASKING you IF it can check for updates, then proceeds to SHOW YOU it updating EVERY category individually. If there are updates it ASKS you if it’s okay for you to update. There are CONSTANT unnecessary popups containing information that is not helpful or useful. This is a crazy nitpick but it seems like whoever’s been doing the recent questions is one of those people who doesn’t understand how to correctly use “…” so expect to see a lot of “…” just randomly in paragraphs where it shouldn’t be… (like that)
The Home Screen of the app is the single ugliest UI I’ve seen in years. It’s AWFUL to use, looks like a child made it in 5 seconds on a google doc with text boxes and RIDICULOUS text color choices, and has no redeeming qualities. You can’t access the memory aid from the questions screen because the creator thinks it’s the 1960s and people are just carrying pieces of paper with them wherever they go to study, which gets kind of annoying when you have to switch between apps or exit the screen to access it. 
I really hope they eventually decide to hire an app designer to fix it. Or maybe I don’t. Maybe this is an art piece, a beautiful mistake. I cannot imagine it has ever been updated or revamped. Nobody could ever think this looks good and every time I open the app I find something new to be appalled at.

### 5/5 — Excellent and well worth the money

*2025-10-17*

While the Flight Test program may appear basic, it works extremely well, and the content Sheppard has is well worth the meager amount they charge for it. This is truly the best way to study for an FAA exam.

### 4/5 — Suggested Improvement

*2025-07-31*

I would like to propose that when a question has an associated figure relevant to the answer, that the program would automatically show the figure instead of having to toggle to it and then also toggle the question page back to the main view. This would improve the flow of going through questions and reduce inefficient and frustrating toggle procedures.

### 5/5 — Excellent study tool!

*2025-04-01, version 20.70.2*

The study strategy really works. Had high scores for both my IFR and commercial written exams.

### 1/5 — 1 iPad 1 year 5 logins

*2025-03-31, version 20.70.2*

I know they don’t want people to copy it but it’s frustrating that you can’t get a few devices to study with. It also constantly logs you out and you have to call and get a new password, if your iPad breaks good luck getting a new login, the lady’s at the call center are at least always nice

### 5/5 — Landscape Mode is Great

*2025-03-28, version 20.70.2*

It’s hard to complain when this got me a 99% on the ATP Multiengine exam. Plan for about 30-35 hours of dedicated study, though, because 1200 questions with graphs and spaghetti charts is a lot…

### 3/5 — Content very effective, app needs work

*2025-01-12*

As others have noted, Sheppard is a great test prep service, but the app would benefit from some updates. The content is superb. The bug with the app logging out every time it goes into the background has been fixed. However, it still can’t show figures and questions at the same time. That makes for a very frustrating experience, it isn’t how competing systems work, and it isn’t how the real FAA tests work. Five stars when that gets fixed.

### 5/5 — Wish there was more than 5 stars.

*2024-12-03, version 20.68.2*

It doesn’t get simpler than this. You follow the instructions. You pass the test. Just buy it you wont regret it. I just passed my FOI today with 96% using shepherd.

### 2/5 — Content very effective, app needs work

*2024-10-15*

As others have noted, Sheppard is a good test prep service, but the app would benefit from some updates. If you switch to another app, even for a second, it closes and has to reload. It is good about saving progress so it’s merely annoying, but it is pretty annoying. And accessing figures and explanations requires chasing content back and forth across the two halves of the screen.

## Frequently asked questions about Flight Test X20

### What is Flight Test X20?

Flight Test X20 is a study course learning platform designed for students preparing for FAA knowledge tests. It provides top-off preparation for various written exams required for aviation careers.

### What types of FAA tests does Flight Test X20 cover?

This platform covers preparation for pilot, dispatcher, instrument rating, instructor, flight engineer, ATP, and interviewee written tests. It aims to help students finalize their knowledge for these crucial exams.

### Is Flight Test X20 free to use?

Yes, based on the provided information, Flight Test X20 is a free application. There are no indications of in-app purchases or advertisements.

### Who is the target audience for Flight Test X20?

The app is intended for students studying for various FAA knowledge tests. This includes individuals pursuing pilot licenses, dispatcher certifications, instrument ratings, instructor qualifications, flight engineer credentials, and ATP ratings, as well as those preparing for interviews.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 20.80.01 — 2026-04-23

Flight Test X20 has been updated to accommodate an improved variety of videos, courseware, and student support, and to provide a much faster and smoother learning experience.

### 20.78.01 — 2026-03-28

Flight Test X20 has been updated to accommodate an improved variety of videos, courseware, and student support, and to provide a faster and smoother learning experience.

### 20.75.01 — 2026-02-09

Flight Test X20 has been redesigned to accommodate an improved variety of courseware, videos, and student support, and provide a faster and smoother study experience.

### 20.74.01 — 2026-02-05

Flight Test X20 has been redesigned to accommodate an improved variety of courseware, videos, and student support, and provide a faster and smoother study experience.

### 20.72.3 — 2026-02-01

The app was redesigned to accommodate an improved variety of courseware, videos, and student support.

## More apps by Sheppard Air, Inc.

- [Flight Test 5](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flight-test-5/id595077417)

All apps by Sheppard Air, Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/595077420

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