# PathBids — AI PBS Bidding for Pilots

> AI-powered PBS bidding tool for pilots to optimize flight schedules. (iPhone/iPad app by Pilot Pathfinder, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pathbids/id6720759666 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pilot Pathfinder, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1770798386)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.4 · 25 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-09-27
- Data updated: 2026-06-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pathbids/id6720759666/reviews.md

## What is PathBids?

Revolutionize your PBS Bidding with PathBids!
PBS bidding can be overwhelming, with complex rules and confusing algorithms that can wreck your schedule if done wrong. PathBids changes everything. Simply input your preferences—equipment, base, position, commuter status, and home location—and let PathBids do the rest. Using AI, PathBids instantly creates tailored, optimized bid groups that prioritize your needs and even explains why each bid was built. Save hours, maximize your time off and pay, and get the best possible schedule.

Main Features:

    •    AI-driven PBS bidding designed for pilots
    •    Create trip and reserve bids in seconds, in plain language
    •    Customize bids for specific dates, U-numbers, airports, and pairings
    •    Generates multiple bid groups, from most restrictive to least restrictive
    •    Save, edit, and reuse bid templates
    •    Affordable and easy to use

Note: Currently available only for United Airlines pilots, but more airlines are coming soon!

## Key features

- AI-driven PBS bidding
- Create trip and reserve bids
- Customizable bid parameters
- Generates multiple bid groups
- Save and reuse bid templates
- Schedule optimization

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pathbids/id6720759666/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Not Too Shabby

*2024-10-04*

I tried this new software out to see what’s new and if it can help me navigate PBS easier. I currently use BidNav but it’s still relatively complicated and the price was low on this, so I gave it a shot. I love how it’s plain language and extremely simple to use as well as quick to generate bids. There are some faults, in that it’ll spit out some bid lines with some formatting issues or wrong. But I did learn that I can just remake the prompt and even add in a line below it to fix it (kinda like chatting with it) and it fixes it. I found the formatting bugs weren’t a huge issue because when you load it to PBS, you just input it the way PBS wants it. I also got to speak with the creators (who were very responsive btw) and they informed me of all of the new developments they’re constantly pushing out, which I’ve already seen! It’s most definitely not perfect but it’s super easy, cheap, and it’s only gonna get better the more people that use it (the AI gets smarter with more inputs….PathBids = Skynet). Overall, great idea and great product. I’m really looking forward to see what it’s going to look like in 6 months!

### 5/5 — Ease of Use and Simplicity

*2024-09-28*

The app is very simple to use and easy to understand. Very cheap compared to the alternatives like BidNav. I will recommend all United pilots to try this out!

## Frequently asked questions about PathBids

### How does PathBids help with PBS bidding?

PathBids uses AI to analyze your preferences and generate optimized bid groups for PBS bidding. It helps you save time and maximize your time off and pay by creating tailored bid groups.

### What airlines does PathBids currently support?

PathBids is currently available exclusively for United Airlines pilots. The developer plans to expand support to more airlines in the future.

### Can I customize my bids in PathBids?

Yes, you can customize your bids for specific dates, U-numbers, airports, and pairings. This allows for highly personalized bid group creation.

### Does PathBids explain why bid groups are built?

Yes, PathBids not only creates optimized bid groups but also explains the reasoning behind each bid's construction, providing transparency to the AI's decisions.

### How often is PathBids updated?

The latest version, 1.13, was released on March 24, 2025. The app was initially released on September 27, 2024, indicating a relatively frequent update cycle.

### What devices is PathBids available on?

PathBids is available on iPhones and iPods. It is designed for iOS devices.

### Is PathBids free to use?

Yes, PathBids is currently offered for free. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees required to use its core features.

### What is the user rating for PathBids?

PathBids has a high user rating of 5.0 stars based on 2 ratings, suggesting a very positive user experience so far.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.13 — 2025-03-24

Changes in Calendar for bids

### 1.12 — 2024-11-27

Fixed Keyboard issue and loading screen

### 1.11 — 2024-11-27

Added new model for better response generation

### 1.10 — 2024-11-04

New tutorial, Color pattern, New base location added, new order pattern of commands.

### 1.9 — 2024-11-02

new model for path bids

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