Comparison

PBN For Pilots vs 320 Guide

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

Head to head
About

PBN For Pilots

This app provides a comprehensive course on Performance-Based Navigation (PBN) for pilots, covering concepts like RNP, L/NAV, and VNAV. It uses real-world chart examples and aircraft procedures to explain PBN clearly for all pilot types and students.

Highlights
  • Comprehensive PBN concepts explained
  • Direct access menu for concepts
  • Temperature correction calculation
  • LIDO & Jeppessen chart usage
  • Airbus A320/A330 procedures
  • Clear explanations for all pilot types
Features
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PBN FULL COURSE - PERFORMANCE BASED NAVIGATION. updated during 2026. ALL THE CONCEPTS ARE EXPLAINED WITH A MENU TO DIRECTLY ACCESS THEM: RNP, RNP-AR, L / NAV, V-NAV, SBAS, GBAS, ABAS, LPV, GPS, Etc ..... CALCULATION OF TEMPERATURE CORRECTION AND ITS APPLICATION TO THE MINIMUM OF THE APPROACH CHARTS. LIDO & JEPPESSEN CHARTS ARE BOTH USED FOR THE EXPLANATION. THE PROCEDURES EXPLAINED ARE USED FOR PILOTS OF ANY TYPE OF AIRCRAFT, FOR INSTRUCTORS, AND TO FACILITATE THEIR COURSES, AND ALSO SERVE FOR PILOT STUDENTS TO UNDERSTAND PBN IN A CLEAR AND WELL STRUCTURED WAY. THE PROCEDURES OF THE " AIRBUS A320 / A330 " ARE USED , AS WELL AS PRIMARY DISPLAY AND NAVIGATON DISPLAY AND MCDU HAVE BEEN USED TO FOLLOW A LINE DURING THE WHOLE COURSE, AND IT WILL BE AN ADVANTAGE FOR PILOTS WHO HAVE THIS TYPE RATING, BUT AS IT IS A PBN COURSE IT WILL BE EXPLAINED EACH CONCEPT CLEARLY SO THAT IT CAN BE USED BY PILOTS FROM OTHER TYPE RATINGS.

About

320 Guide

This unofficial training tool simplifies complex aircraft systems with clear explanations and detailed 3D visuals. Designed by experienced instructors, it helps pilots prepare for type ratings, upgrades, and recurrent training.

Highlights
  • Clear, concise system explanations
  • Detailed 3D cutaways and animations
  • Targeted training for pilots
  • Expert insights from instructors
  • Visual learning beyond manuals
Features
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Unlock the A320’s complexities with this powerful, unofficial training tool. Created by experienced A320 instructors, this app transforms intricate systems into clear, practical knowledge. Whether you’re preparing for your initial type rating, command upgrade, or recurrent training, this app is designed to sharpen your understanding and boost your confidence. Features: • Clear, Concise Explanations: Complex A320 systems broken down into simple, digestible concepts. • Unmatched Visual Learning: Go beyond flat diagrams—experience detailed 3D cutaways and animations that reveal how systems truly work, giving you a depth of understanding manuals can’t provide. • Targeted Training: Tailored for pilots pursuing their type rating, upgrade, or recurrent training. • Expert Insight: Learn from instructors with thousands of hours of A320 flight time and instructional experience. Leverage nearly two decades of real-world A320 expertise. See the aircraft like never before. Master the systems, master your career. Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by the aircraft manufacturer. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

PBN For Pilots4 screens
320 Guide4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: 320 Guide at Free against PBN For Pilots's $7.99. 320 Guide also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 9 months) and review sentiment (94% vs 80%). PBN For Pilots's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

320 Guide is free to download; PBN For Pilots costs $7.99 up front. 320 Guide sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. PBN For Pilots asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PBN For Pilots ships an update every 9 months, 320 Guide monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
PBN For Pilots versus 320 Guide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPBN For Pilots320 Guide
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating—4.6 (44 ratings) — better
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews93.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—44 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.614.0.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerjaime bonetFluge, LLC

Customer experience

PBN For Pilots

Written reviews5 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative0.0%

320 Guide

All ratings44 ratings
Positive88.6%
Neutral4.5%
Negative6.8%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive93.8%
Neutral6.3%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

PBN For Pilots

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

320 Guide

Subscriptions6
  • Premium Access$9.991 Month
  • Premium Access$12.993 Months
  • Type Rating Access$29.996 Months
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  • A320 Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Premium Access$39.991 Year
  • A320 Premium Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Discount$39.99
  • Premium Access$79.99

Questions

Is PBN For Pilots free?
PBN For Pilots costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is 320 Guide free?
320 Guide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PBN For Pilots or 320 Guide have ads?
Neither PBN For Pilots nor 320 Guide shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PBN For Pilots or 320 Guide?
PBN For Pilots ships an update every 9 months, and 320 Guide monthly. Most recently, PBN For Pilots was updated on October 4, 2026 and 320 Guide on October 22, 2026.

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