# Flybuddyz — Turn flights into friends > Turn flights into friends (iPhone/iPad app by MICHAEL JOHN BORZOK.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flybuddyz/id6756675645 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [MICHAEL JOHN BORZOK](https://appshunter.io/developer/1862229789) - Category: Social Networking, Travel - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.1 · 48 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2026-01-09 - Data updated: 2026-09-05 - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flybuddyz/id6756675645/reviews.md ## What is Flybuddyz? Discover who's sitting next to you before you fly. Flybuddyz lets you see photos and profiles of passengers on your flight, so you can find common ground before takeoff. How it works: 1. Create your profile with a photo 2. Add your flight details and seat 3. Browse the seat map to see other passengers 4. Message interesting neighbors before you board See who you're flying with: View the interactive seat map showing photos of passengers on your flight. Tap any seat to see their profile, including hometown, occupation, and interests. Connect before you fly: Found someone with shared interests? Send them a message. Whether you want to network, make a friend, or just know who's nearby, Flybuddyz makes flights more social. Your profile, your choice: Share as much or as little as you want. Block anyone instantly. Report inappropriate behavior. You're always in control. Features: • Interactive seat map with passenger photos • Detailed profiles with interests and conversation starters • In-app messaging • Support for 30+ aircraft types • Block and report for safety Start connecting with your fellow travelers today! ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Flight Pass | $3.99 | one-time | | Flybuddyz Plus | $9.99 | one-time | ## Version history (last 2 releases) ### 1.1.5 — 2026-01-13 Flybuddyz Version 1.1.5 Release Notes FlyBuddyz is now fully live! This update moves the app from demo mode to full production. Connect with real travelers on your upcoming flights. New Features Real-Time Messaging • Messages now sync between users via Firestore - chat actually works! • Real-time updates show new messages instantly as they arrive • Loading indicator while fetching conversation history • Sending indicator on send button while message is being sent • "Say Hi" conversation starters sync to Firestore New "How It Works" Screen • "Learn how it works" link on Welcome screen now opens a dedicated guide • Step-by-step walkthrough: Create profile → Add flight → Browse seat map → Message neighbors • Features overview with interactive seat map, profiles, messaging, 30+ aircraft types • Flybuddyz logo displayed at the top Password Visibility Toggle • Eye icon on password field to show/hide password while typing Forgot Password • "Forgot your password?" link on sign-in screen • Sends password reset email via Firebase Auth • Success/error messages for user feedback ________________________________________ Bug Fixes Account Deletion Fixed • Delete Account now properly removes all user data from Firebase • Deletes profile, flight placements, and blocks from Firestore • Deletes Firebase Authentication account (prevents sign-in with old credentials) • Error handling for re-authentication requirement Sign-In Error Messages Improved • Better feedback when account doesn't exist vs. wrong password • Suggests signing up if no account found Firestore Optional Fields Fixed • Resolved "undefined field value" errors across all screens • Profile Setup: Optional fields handled correctly • Add/Edit Flight: Airport codes can be left blank or cleared • Edit Profile: Clearing optional fields properly removes them from database Flight Display Issues Fixed • Flights now properly display after sign-in • Auto-selects nearest upcoming flight when no valid selection exists • Fixed "No flight yet" showing even when flights exist Duplicate Key Errors Resolved • Fixed React duplicate key warnings • Storage version mechanism forces clean reset of corrupted data ________________________________________ Safety & Privacy Blocks & Reports Sync to Firestore • Blocking a user syncs to database (persists across devices) • User reports saved to Firestore for admin review • Auto-generated reports when blocking also sync Contact Support Now Works • "Contact Support" buttons open email app with pre-filled address • "Request My Data" opens email with pre-filled data export request Documentation Corrections • Updated FAQ: Account deletion instructions now reflect self-service option • Updated Privacy Policy and Privacy Settings with correct deletion info ________________________________________ Data & Sync Improved Data Persistence • Flights persist across sign-out/sign-in cycles • User placements correctly associated with authenticated user • Automatic cleanup of orphaned data from previous sessions ### 1.0 — 2026-01-09 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Flybuddyz | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [4Pati](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/4pati/id6749078036) | — | Free | Social Networking | | [NRI Shaadi](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nri-shaadi/id1485694040) | 4.3 (694) | Free | Social Networking | | [Tabella Catholic App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabella-catholic-app/id1535274607) | 4.8 (84) | Free | Social Networking | | [CallIndia - Unlimited Calls](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/callindia-unlimited-calls/id1234251202) | 4.5 (1,753) | Free | Social Networking | | [Sprout Social](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sprout-social/id475307859) | 4.2 (1,280) | Free | Social Networking | | [Product Hunt](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/product-hunt/id904658671) | 4.8 (3,426) | Free | Social Networking | ## More apps by MICHAEL JOHN BORZOK - [CFB Portal Pulse](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cfb-portal-pulse/id6759345912) All apps by MICHAEL JOHN BORZOK: https://appshunter.io/developer/1862229789 ## Related topics [flighty friends](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/flighty-friends) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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