PilotBound: Flight Training
Stay on track, control costs
About
This app provides a personalized roadmap for aspiring pilots, guiding them from the initial decision to fly through to passing their checkride. It tracks flight hours and costs against a custom plan, offering CFI guidance at each step. Users can log flights, monitor progress, and understand their real expenses.
What's New in PilotBound
2.0
September 25, 2026
Your school's rates now price your training. PilotBound lists 1,713 flight schools. 535 of them publish enough for us to price your certificate on what they actually charge, instead of a national average. Every number now says where it came from. Your estimate names the school it was priced on and the date those rates were read. Where a school publishes nothing, it says so and uses a national median rather than us guessing. Your estimate has changed, and this is why: instruction now counts only on the hours you actually fly with an instructor, and completion hours and fees now match pilotbound.app. Your logged flights and spending are untouched. You can also turn on notifications. Two kinds, both optional, at most one a week: a nudge if your training pace drops, and a one time message with your projected cost if you set up cost tracking and have not logged a flight yet. No reminders, no marketing. Profile > Notifications turns them off at any time.
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FAQ
What is PilotBound's learning methodology?
PilotBound offers a structured, step-by-step roadmap built around the user's specific goals and current stage. It breaks down the training process into four distinct stages: Decide, Prepare, Train, and Checkride, providing plain CFI guidance for each.
How does PilotBound track progress?
PilotBound tracks progress by monitoring every Part 61 or Part 141 requirement, indicating which are completed and which remain. It automatically detects key milestones like first solo or first cross-country, and provides a visible overview of training momentum.
What are the pricing details for PilotBound?
PilotBound is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with using the app.
Does PilotBound have ads?
No, PilotBound is ad-free. Users can focus on their flight training without any advertisements interrupting their experience.
What devices does PilotBound support?
PilotBound is available on iPhone and iPad, making it accessible for users on Apple's mobile and tablet platforms.
How often is PilotBound updated?
The latest version of PilotBound is 1.3, which was last updated on June 23, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.
What is the age rating for PilotBound?
PilotBound has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for younger users and adults interested in flight training.
Can PilotBound estimate flight training costs?
Yes, PilotBound provides detailed cost projections based on your chosen aircraft, instructor rates, and region. It offers live totals of money spent and remaining, with per-aircraft and per-certificate costing.
