A320PDP BASIC vs A330 FMS Trainer PRO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
A320PDP BASIC
This app provides a comprehensive study tool for Airbus A320 procedures, drawing from official manuals. It offers a user-friendly interface with graphics and real simulator images to aid learning. Customize it for specific airlines and use it for training, screenings, and pilot updates.
- Study A320 SOPs without manuals
- Links information to manual references
- Customizable for airlines and ATOs
- Didactic methodology with graphics
- Covers normal and abnormal procedures
- Updated monthly with FCOM, QRH, FCTM changes
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BASIC version of A320PDP . PROCUDURES 2026 UPDATED (LIMITED FREE CONTENT TO TRY THE APP) . FOR FULL CONTENT UNLOCKED, DOWNLOAD THE FULL VERSION : " A320 PDP ". The main goal since the initial APP design was to introduce all important elements from the latest versions of (generic AIRBUS A320) FCOM , FCTM , QRH ,MMEL , CDL and Normal checklist. The app enables the user to study absolutely any SOP of the A320 without any manual. With a simple user-friendly interface, it links the essential information needed for the lessons to the appropriate manual reference and further explanations. It is possible to customise the APP for any airline and ATO with the information and the manuals requested and also with their logos . contact via email to " info@a320pdp.site " for the requests. Lessons follow a didactic and easy methodology, with supporting graphics and real pictures taken in real simulator sessions . This APP must be used only for training purposes. It has not yet been approved for any Aeronautical Authority , but it is updated with the last Airbus information and new changes constantly. Advantages: - It is perfect to prepare screenings and Flight Simulator checks. - It helps instructors explain all normal and abnormal procedures to students. - It is really good for A320 Pilots to remain updated. - Very convenient for cadets to develop understanding on how to find the information in the A320 manuals , as it can be tough at the beginning. Strengths: - It stresses the Golden Rules of AIRBUS [FLY, NAV, COM First] for all abnormal SOPs. The sequence of each failure explanation always follows the AIRBUS Golden rules as a key to battle any failure in a safe, professional and efficient manner. - THE APP is wide knowledge database of 1300 pages that covers from Normal SOPs to the most complicated ABNORMAL SOPs. - It covers all Abnormalities and Emergencies that appear in any simulator check of any airline in the world. The Author is Captain A320 / A330 / A350 & TRI / TRE EASA and DEVELOPER in the APPLE DEVELOPER PROGRAM. All the new changes introduced in FCOM , QRH , FCTM , NORMAL CHECKLIST will be updated every month automatically. "Should you find any mistake or error, do not hesitate to email me and it will be corrected immediately"
A330 FMS Trainer PRO
This professional training application provides a realistic simulation of an A330 Thales FMS. It allows commercial customers, training organizations, and airlines to enhance FMS skills through guided tours, error analysis, and failure simulations. An activation key is required for access.
- Realistic A330 Thales FMS simulation
- Worldwide navigation database
- Guided tutorial function
- Detailed input feedback
- Error explanation and control
- Simulation of FMS failures
- Integrated CPDLC & IRS functions
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This app is for COMMERICAL CUSTOMERS ONLY! The PRO version is designed for professional training organizations and airlines and requires an activation key, which you can get at www.heading365.com. The original “A330 FMS Trainer PRO” offers a highly realistic simulation of a real A330 Thales FMS, enabling students and pilots to enhance their FMS skills effectively in a very short time. To access the app, your operator or training organization will provide you with an activation key. Choose out of a variety of functions of our market leading application: • Free Play Mode Explore all FMS functions on your own and fly to any airport in the world! Offering a realistic FMS simulation including all functions, the app is equipped with a realistic NAV display and a worldwide navigation database. • Guided Tour You rather want to be guided instead of exploring the FMS by yourself? No problem! Our app offers a tutorial function leading to a whole FMS setup, which can be even customized by your operator’s individual operational flight plans. • Static Analyzer By choosing a mission according to the syllabus, the analyzer function will give you detailed feedback on your inputs. • Error Control Done any mistake during FMS setup? The error control function will show you what went wrong and give an explanation about the mistake. • Failure Cases Even in real life FMS malfunctions might happen. To be prepared for that, our app has even the ability to simulate a variety of FMS related failures. • CPDLC & IRS To be even more realistic, we have fully integrated the CPDLC and IRS functions as well. The standard Apple EULA applies: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: A330 FMS Trainer PRO at 5.0 against A320PDP BASIC's 4.5. A320PDP BASIC's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
A330 FMS Trainer PRO holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.
A320PDP BASIC ships an update every 3 months, A330 FMS Trainer PRO every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | A320PDP BASIC | A330 FMS Trainer PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 542 MB | 446 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | jaime bonet | Heading 365 |
Customer experience
A320PDP BASIC
A330 FMS Trainer PRO
In-app purchases
A320PDP BASIC
No in-app purchases
A330 FMS Trainer PRO
No in-app purchases
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