Comparison

Pilot Assistant vs AIM SA

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

Head to head
About

Pilot Assistant

This app helps flight simulator enthusiasts by providing tools for managing flight files, navigating with airport maps and saved routes, and using a compass for emergency planning. It's designed to assist pilots during training and improve their emergency response skills.

Highlights
  • Save important flight files and checklists
  • World airport map with route creation
  • Save and mark important radio frequencies
  • Compass with markers for emergency planning
  • Create and save custom flight routes
Features
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Great Tool for Flight Simulator Lovers! This App is designed to assist Pilots during training in Flight Simulators. The App is divided into 3 (three) screens: 1) FILES - Save the Important Files (such as CHECKLISTS) for your flight so you don’t have to look for them every time. You can add any information you need in any of the four sections (any other files that may be useful to you for quick access during the flight) 2) NAVIGATION - Here is a Map with all the Airports of the World. You can create Routes for your Flight, save important radio frequencies and mark the Airports you have passed. For your convenience, you can save your Routes. 3) COMPASS - A compass will be very necessary to work out situations of forced return to the Departure Airport. Engine problems during takeoff are a typical critical situation in which the pilot must act quickly and accurately. By placing markers on the compass, you create a plan of action for certain important stages of the flight. Train, learn and develop your emergency response skills with this Pilot Assistant!

About

AIM SA

Features
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Stay informed with the most reliable and up-to-date aeronautical information for South Africa. This app is your comprehensive resource for accessing official aeronautical charts and the Aeronautical Information Package (AIP), including supplements and amendments, directly obtained from the South African Civil Aviation Authority. Key Features: • Independently Maintained Database: Ensures you always have the latest data, with regular updates for supplements and amendments. • Up-to-Date Aeronautical Charts: Access accurate charts to assist with navigation and flight planning. • Official Content: Includes official aeronautical charts and AIP for South Africa, providing a trusted resource for aviation professionals. Designed for pilots, air traffic controllers, and aviation enthusiasts, this app delivers critical aeronautical information to help you navigate safely and efficiently. Stay ahead with the latest updates from a reliable source. By downloading this app, you agree to Apple's Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Pilot Assistant4 screens
AIM SA3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pilot Assistant at none against AIM SA's 2. Pilot Assistant also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 10 months) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). 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. AIM SA sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Pilot Assistant asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pilot Assistant ships an update every 3 months, AIM SA every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Pilot Assistant versus AIM SA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPilot AssistantAIM SA
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 10 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoman MaslovEric Foster

In-app purchases

None

Pilot Assistant

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

AIM SA

Subscriptions2
  • Standard Monthly1 Month trial$3.991 Month
  • Standard Annual1 Month trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Pilot Assistant free?
Pilot Assistant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AIM SA free?
AIM SA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pilot Assistant or AIM SA have ads?
Neither Pilot Assistant nor AIM SA shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pilot Assistant or AIM SA?
Pilot Assistant ships an update every 3 months, and AIM SA every 10 months. Most recently, Pilot Assistant was updated on September 17, 2026 and AIM SA on October 2, 2026.

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