# Simionic G1000 (PFD) — Simulator for Garmin G1000 > Garmin G1000 PFD simulator for aviation practice and entertainment. (iPhone/iPad app by 晨 李.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simionic-g1000-pfd/id501990787 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [晨 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/437850525) - Category: Utilities, Education - Price: $9.99 with in-app purchases - Rating: 3.50/5 from 135 App Store ratings · 125 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 · 1.9 GB - Languages: American English - Released: 2012-02-17 - Data updated: 2026-08-20 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simionic-g1000-pfd/id501990787/reviews.md ## What is Simionic G1000 (PFD)? Check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xePnu3MsBQ IMPORTANT NOTICE: 1. This app emulates G1000 PFD functionalities only. It does not include MFD functionalities. To obtain MFD functionalities, download the MFD app from AppStore which can co-operate with this app(PFD) via wifi connection. Download address of PFD app: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id827464105?mt=8 2. This app is for practice only. The navigation database included in this app may be outdated and very possible to be different from what it is in real life. Disclaimer: -Simionic and the seller are not affiliated with Garmin, -The app is not provided, approved, endorsed, or otherwise supported by Garmin. Garmin G1000 is an integrated avionic system used in many small aircrafts. This simulator simulates a primary flight display(PFD) which is used on Cessna 182T, 172S, 172R, 206H and Beechcraft Baron G58. It can also be configured to adapt piston, turboprop and jet engines. Most of the useful functionalities has been implemented in this simulator, such as navigation, inset map, flight plan, flight director, and autopilot. Besides of that, nearly every nob/button is functioning just like they were on the real G1000. G1000 is a highly integrated system, it is very powerful and also very complicated. It is recommended that you have a real G1000 user guide from Garmin. This simulator can be used by aviation enthusiasts as well as pilots to perform either an IFR training or just fly for fun. There is a global navigation database included in this simulator, and you can fly any where in the world. This simulator supports FSX, Prepar3D, MSFS2020, X-Plane and InfiniteFlight. You can use this simulator either as a stand alone trainer or as an instrument for FSX, Prepar3D, X-Plane or InfiniteFlight. You need G1000Bridge(X) to make this simulator working with FSX, Prepar3D, MSFS2020 or X-Plane. Please visit http://www.simionic.net to download G1000Bridge(X). Detail list of functionalities: *Control surface implementation +Pitch and bank are controlled by tilting the device using built-in accelerometer. +Throttle and rudder are controlled by touching the screen. *Flight director modes implementation +Pitch modes -Pitch Hold: Yes -Selected Altitude Capture: Yes -Altitude Hold: Yes -Vertical Speed: Yes -Flight Level Change: Yes -Vertical Path Tracking: Yes -VNV Target Altitude Capture: Yes -Glidepath: Yes -Glideslope: Yes -Go Around: Yes +Roll modes -Roll Hold: Yes -Heading Select: Yes -Navigation: Yes -Backcourse: Yes -Approach: Yes -Go Around: Yes *Autopilot: Yes *Flight plan +Store Flight Plan: Yes(only when MFD connected) +Invert Flight Plan: Yes +Closest Point Of FPL: No +Parallel Track: Yes +Create ATK Offset Waypoint: Yes +Direct-to: Yes, with vertical constraints and offset +Terminal Procedures: Yes +User defined holding patterns: Yes *Navigation database: Global, but may not as detailed or updated as they are in the real G1000. *Inset map: Zoom in/out, browsing, partly de-clutter, topo and terrain are implemented, all the navaids are displayed properly. No traffic, storm scope, NEXRAD radar information and XM information. *Other functionalities +Synthetic Vision as an In-App-Purchase item +All the navaids operations(VOR/ILS course select, ADF/VOR/Waypoint bearing indicator, CDI indicator, etc) +All the PFD settings(Wind, Bearing1/2, HSI format, Alt unit, Standard baro, etc) +DME source select: Yes +Transponder settings: Yes +Timer and references(V speeds and minimums): Yes +Advisory and alerts: Yes +ADF dip: Yes +Magnetic variation: automatic *Flight simulator connection +FSX: Yes +Prepar3D: Yes +MSFS2020: Yes +X-Plane: Yes +Infinite Flight: Yes, requires 19.4 and later *MFD connection: Via wifi ## Key features - Simulates Garmin G1000 PFD - Navigation and flight plan functionality - Autopilot and flight director modes - Control surface implementation via device tilt - Global navigation database - Standalone trainer or instrument for flight simulators ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: $9.99. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Beechcraft Baron G58 | $1.99 | one-time | | Synthetic Vision | $5.99 | one-time | | Aircraft Customization | $1.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of Simionic G1000 (PFD)? Overall sentiment: neutral **Pros** - 🚀 Fantastic for learning IFR ops - 👍 Great for practicing autopilot - 👍 Useful for learning the G1000 - 👍 Works well with simulators - 👍 Realistic G1000 implementation **Cons** - 🐛 App crashes during approaches - 🐛 Glitchy and unstable behavior - 🐛 Difficult to use knobs and controls - 🐛 Inaccurate CDI and navigation - 🐛 Missing key G1000 functionality **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes during approaches - Altitude and heading bugs not working correctly - FMS and flight plan integration issues - Autopilot and VNAV not functioning as expected - Frequent disconnects from flight simulators **Most requested features** - Add support for hPa altimeter settings - Improve flight plan integration with simulators - Add VNAV and vertical profile functionality - Provide more comprehensive instructions and documentation - Expand compatibility to more aircraft and simulators ## Recent user reviews (10 of 125) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simionic-g1000-pfd/id501990787/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Fantastic! Except for the app crashing. *2025-08-31* I really find this useful for learning IFR ops. It would be absolutely perfect, but the app keeps crashing while I’m mid approach. I really hope they update it to fix the crashes because other than that, this is an amazing tool to learn IFR without spending money on flight time. ### 1/5 — No website anymore *2025-07-05, version 7.5.0* Uh, to use this software you must download the bridge app from their website. Which does not appear to exist anymore. So I suppose I will try to get a refund, unless anybody can steer me towards a copy of the app. ### 5/5 — So worth it! *2025-03-13* If you want to practice autopilot this is your golden ticket! Altitude changes, gps navigation, heading mode, vor mode, approach mode, you name it. Much cheaper to learn these modes on this app than in a sim or in the plane. Yes there’s a glitch or two but you can practice autopilot RNAV approaches, ILS approaches, going missed, intercepting glide slope, etc. Super helpful to learn the G1000 or just autopilot in general. Worth every penny!! ### 1/5 — App keeps crashing *2025-02-09, version 7.5.0* I run the app with the bezel for Xplane 11. When it works it’s really good, but the app continually crashes. No support or update to fix ### 1/5 — Do not get this app *2024-09-05, version 7.4.3* Very confusing with no instructions ### 3/5 — Good app but has some shortcomings *2024-09-04* Overall this is an awesome app to learn the G1000, especially for a new pilot. My only complaints are that sometimes it is pretty glitchy, especially when taking off. It will just shoot upward and continue to do so even when moving the iPad around to control it. I have to reset the app a few times to fix this. The second fix I would love to see is when flying a flight plan , when I hit OBS it does not actually “suspend” the route and will continue to fly it, which contradicts the point of the OBS button. Would love to see updates to these, otherwise fantastic app. I’d recommend it. ### 1/5 — The touchscreen controls are unusable *2024-07-31, version 7.4.3* I picked this up as a task trainer for editing flight plans. The touchscreen bezel controls are totally lacking any functionality. ### 4/5 — Why can’t I open both PFD and MFD next to each other, perhaps with radio interface in between? *2024-05-23, version 7.4.3* It should not be hard to make both to open in same screen! ### 5/5 — Great apps *2024-01-12, version 7.4.1* Bought both apps around two years ago when I discovered MSFS2020. I was a private pilot with around 300 hours . However now in my seventies and haven’t flown in 25 years I was amazed that flight simulation had become so lifelike . I had no idea that the technology had moved towards glass cockpits in even light singles. I was fascinated by G1000 suites in the simulator but looking more immersion I decided to try the Simionic apps, both PFD and MTD . Little by little with the help of You Tube I taught myself how to use the product and about a year later I purchased a Bezel from Simionic. While I am no expert I enjoy my sim hobby enormously and I believe the Simionic apps have helped in this respect. Early on I had a query and contacted the company direct. I received a very quick response from Li Chen himself. Sorted.The apps themselves are not expensive although the Bezel was and also attracted VAT when delivered to the UK. Give the apps a go, I don’t think you will be disappointed. ### 2/5 — PC/macOS only. No Linux! *2023-12-10, version 7.4.1* Sim ionic has yet to publish a plug-in for x-plane Linux. Thus, this will not work with xplane if you are running it in Linux. I feel that should be clearly indicated on the App Store, so you can tell it won’t work before you spend $10. ## Frequently asked questions about Simionic G1000 (PFD) ### What does the Simionic G1000 (PFD) app do? This app simulates the primary flight display (PFD) functionalities of the Garmin G1000 integrated avionics system. It allows users to practice navigation, manage flight plans, and utilize autopilot features in a simulated environment. ### What are the key features of this simulator? Key features include simulation of navigation, inset map, flight plan management, flight director modes, and autopilot. It also supports control surface implementation through device tilting and screen touch, and includes a global navigation database. ### Is this app free to use? The app is free to download and offers core PFD functionalities. However, it operates on a free with in-app purchases model, suggesting that some features or advanced functionalities might require additional purchases. ### What aircraft and flight simulators are compatible with this app? This simulator is designed for practicing on aircraft that use the Garmin G1000 system, such as Cessna 182T, 172S, 172R, 206H, and Beechcraft Baron G58. It can be used as a standalone trainer or as an instrument with flight simulators like FSX, Prepar3D, MSFS2020, X-Plane, and InfiniteFlight. ### Can I use this app for real flight training? This app is intended for practice and entertainment purposes only. The navigation database included may be outdated and differ from real-life data. It is recommended to consult a real G1000 user guide for actual flight training. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 7.6.0 — 2026-07-30 -GPS based approaches are now shown in more detailed types such as LPV, LNAV, LP, LNAV/VNAV, LNAV+V, LP+V. Before there were only LPV and LNAV. ### 7.5.0 — 2025-01-27 1. Changes the way of detecting MSFS or X-Plane from sending global broadcast packets to network broadcast packets, this fixes the issue of failed to connect to MSFS or X-Plane on the latest iPad OS 2. Magnetic variation has been re-modeled, this fixes the deviation issue when flying a flight plan and GPS approaches 3. Taking VORs' own magnetic variations into consideration instead of considering all the VORs are aligned to magnetic north 4. Added PSI as an option for torque display for a turboprop aircraft, the calculation is for Pilatus PC6 and PC12, may not apply to every turboprop planes ### 7.4.3 — 2024-02-07 -When selecting "vector" as the transition point or selecting "vector-to-final" on the PROC window it sets the active leg to the FAF waypoint -All the IAFs are now listed as tradition points when selecting approach ### 7.4.1 — 2023-12-03 1. Fixes a bug causing rivers or lakes are not drawn correctly 2. Fixes grass runway drawn in synthetic vision 3. FLC mode of the flight director now works regardless of the target altitude 4. Other minor bug fixes ### 7.4.0 — 2023-08-05 1. Fixes wrong IAF and FAF 2. 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