Comparison

L3 ETHOS A320 EU vs A320 CBT

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

L3 ETHOS A320 EU

Features
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This app requires a user account given to end-users currently affiliated with an Aerosim ETHOS contract training partner. Please contact your airline training department or flight school for confirmation and download instructions. A leader in aviation training and a partner to airlines all over the world, Aerosim Technologies, inc. has developed an app that packages aircraft systems courseware, simulated FMS, and procedures training into a single program. Introducing Aerosim ETHOS! ETHOS is an advanced training platform harnessing technology to target systems knowledge, FMS, and procedure training that better prepares pilots for greater knowledge retention and performance during on-site training. What used to be available only at the training center is now at your fingertips shifting effectiveness earlier in the training continuum. *Use this app as a convenient portal to your Aerosim training content. For commercial use only.* Main Features: - Document Library - Systems Knowledge Suite - Learning Management System (LMS) Systems Knowledge Suite includes Airbus A320 Cockpit Familiarization, Aircraft Systems lessons, General Subject lessons, Differences lesson, FMS Skills lesson, and simulated FMS Practice/Free-play. This program provides trainees with valuable interactive training in a distance learning environment with the Aerosim Learning Management System (LMS). Benefits: - Self-paced learning/distance learning - Toggle between FMS Skills lesson and simulated FMS Practice/Free-play - Mastery of aircraft systems, general subjects, and FMS - Reduced in-house training costs - Self-assessment and testing capabilities - Learning Management System - Online/offline use

About

A320 CBT

A flight simulator designed to improve unstable approach prevention for A320 series pilots. Features interactive lessons, free flight mode, and realistic physics for a comprehensive training experience.

Highlights
  • Unstable approach prevention
  • Interactive lessons
  • Free flight mode
  • Realistic physics engine
  • High-quality vector graphics
  • Autopilot control
Features
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A link to the manual is in Menu - Settings - About. A320 CBT is a sophisticated flight simulator that is specifically designed to help prevent unstable approaches. It is an excellent tool for both instructors and pilots new to the A320 series aircraft. It supports both the A320, A321, and the NEO. This app is entirely created by an active A320 Captain and the author of the book "Practical Descent Energy Management". A320 CBT is a unique, first-ever flight simulator that features interactive lessons as well as a free flight mode. Several predefined scenarios are included that help you save time setting up high energy situations. You can also save the current state of flight to create custom situations. All phases of flight are supported, from take off, landing, to go-around. It also supports ILS, VOR, and RNP approaches. The ILS signal bends realistically outside of its normal range, simulating real-world behavior. If features a novel proprietary physics engine that uses very little hardware resources while at the same time providing a realistic flight experience. A revolutionary vector graphics engine made by Rive, provides super sharp, high quality graphics. It supports lossless zooming, making it suitable to run on small screen devices without blurred graphics when zoomed in. The intuitive interface allows you to easily control the Autopilot via the FCU buttons. Both cold weather and incorrect QNH situations are supported. The runway elevation can be changed to easily create different high airfield scenarios. Disclaimer: this is not an official training tool. System, performance, and SOP errors can occur. Always follow aircraft manufacturer and company manuals. App Restrictions A320 CBT is not an official training tool. System, performance, and SOP inconsistencies can occur. The app is not intended to be an FMS trainer. The FMS (MCDU) simulation is very limited. The app focusses on accurate FCU, FMA, and performance simulation instead. No NAV database is supported. Fictitious airports, SID, and STARs are used. Only one SID is available. Only two STARs are available. Only one airport is available for departure and two for arrival. Flight from A to B (or return to departure airfield) is not possible. The scenery is night time and point light based only. Only one point light scenery area is available. Unusual attitudes are not supported. The altitude tape is limited to FL 405. Negative altitudes are not supported. Lesson state save is only partially supported. The app is not certified for official training use. The app cannot be used while in a real cockpit. Real aircraft warning sounds are used. Manual flight is designed for instrument scan practice, not for handling skills. Manual thrust is not available. Joystick and game pad is not supported. Only ND ARC mode is supported. Only ND CSTR selection is available. ADF/NDB is not supported. EPR gauges are not supported, only N1 is supported. Viewing the airplane from the outside is not supported. 3D cockpit is not supported, only some 2D panels are supported.

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A320 CBT2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: L3 ETHOS A320 EU at none against A320 CBT's 5. L3 ETHOS A320 EU also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). A320 CBT's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. A320 CBT sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. L3 ETHOS A320 EU asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
L3 ETHOS A320 EU versus A320 CBT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterL3 ETHOS A320 EUA320 CBT
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.2 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—90.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB191 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAerosimTjeerd Schouten

In-app purchases

None

L3 ETHOS A320 EU

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

A320 CBT

One-time5
  • Unlock unlimited save files$0.99
  • Unlock Normal Ops 3D$9.99
  • Basic Package$9.99
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  • Unlock ECAM Failures$39.99
  • Unlock everything$49.99

Questions

Is L3 ETHOS A320 EU free?
L3 ETHOS A320 EU is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is A320 CBT free?
A320 CBT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do L3 ETHOS A320 EU or A320 CBT have ads?
Neither L3 ETHOS A320 EU nor A320 CBT shows ads.

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