Comparison

FlashPass vs Fly AZ

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

Head to head
About

FlashPass

Streamline U.S. and Mexico border flight manifest submissions. This app simplifies the eAPIS process, allowing pilots to quickly and accurately submit required passenger and crew information directly to customs and border protection. Features include data reuse, input validation, and document tracking for efficient compliance.

Highlights
  • Scan passport data for quick entry
  • Mexico APIS submissions
  • Submit manifests in under 30 seconds
  • Reuse previous data for faster creation
  • Input validation to prevent errors
  • Track document expiration dates
  • Web and iOS app synchronization
Features
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FlashPass – eAPIS & Border Crossing Made Simple FlashPass is the complete solution for private pilots, aircraft owners, operators, and crews who need to comply with U.S. CBP eAPIS and/or Mexico INAMI APIS requirements for cross-border flights. Whether you're flying between the United States, Mexico, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, or anywhere else in the world, FlashPass helps you comply with U.S. CBP eAPIS and Mexico INAMI APIS passenger manifest requirements while spending less time dealing with paperwork. Built by pilots for pilots, FlashPass replaces cumbersome government web portals with a fast, intuitive, and modern experience available on iPhone, iPad, and the web. WHY FLASHPASS? Flying internationally should be about the journey—not bureaucracy. FlashPass helps you prepare, validate, and submit manifests quickly and accurately, reducing errors and eliminating repetitive data entry. With intelligent automation, cloud synchronization, and powerful validation tools, FlashPass turns a complex process into a simple workflow. KEY FEATURES • Submit U.S. CBP eAPIS manifests directly from your iPhone, iPad, or web browser. • Submit Mexico INAMI APIS manifests independently or in one go. • Create and submit manifests in seconds. • Clone existing manifests or create return legs with a single tap. • Reuse passenger, crew, aircraft, and trip information to save time. • Worldwide airport database. • Automatic flight duration and arrival time calculations. • Automatic timezone and border crossing calculations. • Scan passports using your device camera or import passport photos from your photo library. • Automatically extract passport information to reduce typing and avoid mistakes. • Advanced validation engine helps identify missing or invalid information before submission. • Receive alerts for expired or missing documents. • Track passports, pilot licenses, aircraft decals, and other compliance-related documents. • Dynamic forms display only the information required for each role. • Share passenger and crew information with other FlashPass users. • Synchronize data between the iOS app and web app. • Optimized for both cellular and Wi-Fi connections, including remote locations with limited coverage. • Full-featured native iOS application for both iPhone and iPad. • View manifest status at a glance. • Preview, print, or share manifests when needed. • Set defaults and commonly used values to speed up future submissions. BUILT ON EXPERIENCE FlashPass 2026 has been built from the ground up using state of the art technology and more than 20 years of experience helping pilots navigate international border requirements. Our mission is simple: make customs and border-crossing compliance as effortless as possible. OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SUPPORT What truly sets FlashPass apart is our commitment to customer service. Our team includes experienced pilots and border-compliance specialists who are ready to help when you need it. Whether you're filing your first manifest or managing complex international operations, we're here to assist. Need help? Contact us anytime! We'll help you every step of the way until you're flying with confidence.

About

Fly AZ

Features
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Each of the participating airports in Arizona will have QR code signs prominently displayed for pilots utilizing this app. The pilots will be eligible for prizes based on their level within the app. The FlyAZ app is designed to be an interactive experience for pilots. Within the application pilots can create accounts that will keep track of visited airports, museums, and restaurants they have visited. The goal of the app/program is to increase tourism and encourage visits to small airports in the state of Arizona while encouraging pilots to hone their flight planning and flying skills in different environments. Pilots will be rewarded for participation at milestones associated with visiting airports, museums, and restaurants throughout the state. This app was developed by a team of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Undergraduate students, Jacob Christensen, Paige Cody, Cordaellia Farrell, Ashton McDonald, Paige Thompson, Dominic Stringer, Melissa Flores, Aviad Golan Peretz, and their advisor Professor Heather Marriott. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Undergraduate student project management team: Shannon Dohrman, Christopher Hylton, Danielle Jamieson, and their advisor Professor Reginald Parker

Screenshots

FlashPass4 screens
Fly AZ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Fly AZ at none against FlashPass's 2. Fly AZ also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 26.0). FlashPass's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, ads and device support 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. FlashPass sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Fly AZ asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FlashPass ships an update weekly, Fly AZ monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FlashPass versus Fly AZ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlashPassFly AZ
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (203 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews99.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings203 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB120 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMovic LLCHeather Marriott

Bugs and requests

FlashPass

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Login screen freezes
  • Occasional issues with manifest submission

Requested features

3 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Expanded airport/customs information
  • Ability to store more detailed passenger information

Fly AZ

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

FlashPass

One-time2
  • Single Submission$19.99
  • Five Pack$79.99
None

Fly AZ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FlashPass free?
FlashPass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Fly AZ free?
Fly AZ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FlashPass or Fly AZ have ads?
Neither FlashPass nor Fly AZ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FlashPass or Fly AZ?
FlashPass ships an update weekly, and Fly AZ monthly. Most recently, FlashPass was updated on September 22, 2026 and Fly AZ on September 11, 2026.

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