Comparison

TheProPilotApp vs Crew Alert App

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

Head to head
About

TheProPilotApp

This app streamlines pilot operations by automatically importing flight releases and schedules. It offers real-time OOOI tracking, crew synchronization, and comprehensive airport data, all while ensuring privacy and offline functionality.

Highlights
  • Flight release import
  • Live activity & dynamic island
  • Cockpit crew sync
  • Automatic schedule import
  • Smart flight logging
  • Airport database
  • Offline functionality
Features
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PROPILOT - THE COMPLETE PILOT LOGBOOK AND FLIGHT OPS APP Built by an airline captain, for pilots who fly the line. PERFECT FOR: Airline pilots (121 operations) Cargo pilots Corporate pilots Charter operators Flight instructors (CFI/CFII) Private pilots TOP FEATURES: FLIGHT RELEASE IMPORT Import PDF flight releases directly from Comply365 or navtech Auto-parses trip number, aircraft, crew, legs, fuel, and fly-away kit Creates or updates trips automatically from your release Stores flight release and Weight & Balance PDFs with each trip Aircraft maintenance status (TAT, service check, A-check) at a glance LIVE ACTIVITY & DYNAMIC ISLAND Real-time OOOI tracking right on your lock screen Dynamic Island shows your active flight at a glance Departure, arrival, and flight status always visible Updates live as you log times — no need to unlock your phone COCKPIT CREW SYNC Sync trip data with your crew over Bluetooth or Wi-Fi No internet required — works gate-to-gate Captain and First Officer stay in sync automatically Perfect for multi-crew 121 operations AUTOMATIC SCHEDULE IMPORT Import your airline schedule from crew scheduling (iCal format) Auto-generates trips with all flight details Background sync keeps schedule updated Works with any airline (customizable import profiles) SMART FLIGHT LOGGING Automatic time calculations (block, flight, duty) GPS flight tracking with automatic takeoff/landing detection Import from ForeFlight FAR 117 duty time monitoring Export to PDF, CSV for your records COMPREHENSIVE AIRPORT DATABASE 5,000+ airports worldwide with frequencies, runways, navaids 164+ verified FBOs with phone numbers, fuel prices, amenities Community-updated fuel prices and reviews Current METAR/TAF weather at every airport Winds aloft forecasts for flight planning APPLE WATCH COMPANION Full duty timer on your wrist View next flight details Trip overview at a glance Real-time sync with iPhone Works independently with GPS WORKS OFFLINE Full functionality without internet All airports and FBOs included Weather data cached Perfect for deadhead flights or areas with no signal FAR 117 COMPLIANCE Duty time tracking with limit warnings Flight/duty time logs for FAA compliance Currency tracking Professional reports ready for audits FBO AND OPERATIONS TOOLS Get notified when approaching your preferred FBO Quick-dial your airline OPS Access FAA airport diagrams Crew car and amenity information Handling fees and fuel prices PRIVACY FIRST Your data stays on your device iCloud sync (private, encrypted) No tracking, no analytics, no data mining Face ID/Touch ID protection available WHAT PILOTS ARE SAYING: "Finally, a logbook app built by someone who actually flies for a living." "The schedule import feature alone is worth it." WHY PROPILOT? Built by a Part 121 captain who was tired of clunky logbook apps that don't understand airline operations. ProPilot handles multi-leg days, duty time tracking, schedule imports, flight release parsing, and all the real-world stuff that airline pilots deal with daily. No subscriptions. No hidden costs. No ads. Just a solid tool built by a pilot, for pilots. DOWNLOAD FREE TODAY and see why pilots are switching to ProPilot! Supports iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch (iOS 17+, watchOS 10+) iCloud sync keeps everything in sync across all your devices Privacy Policy: https://www.thepropilotapp.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Crew Alert App

This app helps airline crew manage complex schedules, track flight duty periods, and calculate potential add pay. It organizes trip details, logs flights, and ensures compliance with aviation regulations, all while keeping data private on your device.

Highlights
  • Reserve management with live countdowns
  • Automatic add pay calculation
  • Manual trip building and import
  • Real-time FDP and FAR 117 compliance
  • Schedule import from airline systems
  • Integrated flight logbook
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Crew Alert is the scheduling companion built for the people who actually fly the airplane — and the ones who keep the aviation industry moving. Aviation is unpredictable. Scheduling calls at 3am. Add pay windows you almost missed. FDP limits you're mentally calculating mid-briefing. Crew Alert puts everything in one place so you spend less time doing math and more time doing the job. RESERVE MANAGEMENT Track Long Call, Short Call, and Airport Standby windows with live countdowns. Know exactly where you stand before scheduling calls — and whether add pay applies before you even pick up the phone. ADD PAY TRACKING Configure your airline's thresholds once. When you get called out, Crew Alert automatically calculates your callout window and tells you what add pay applies. No more mental math at 0300. TRIP BUILDING Build trips manually or import directly from your scheduling system. Legs, layovers, report times, hotel info — organized the way crew actually work. FDP & FAR 117 COMPLIANCE Real-time flight duty period tracking with FAR 117 Table B and C calculations built in. Augmented crew, extensions, and rest requirements — all handled. SCHEDULE IMPORT Import your schedule directly from your airline's system. Supports ICS, plain-text, and HI1 formats. Reserve codes auto-detected on import. More carriers added regularly. LOGBOOK Log your flights and build your logbook without leaving the app. No separate tool needed. BUILT BY SOMEONE WHO FLIES Crew Alert was built by an active airline pilot who got tired of juggling spreadsheets, sticky notes, and a scheduling app that wasn't designed for any of this. Every feature solves a real problem. All data stays on your device. Subscribe to unlock full access.

Screenshots

TheProPilotApp4 screens
Crew Alert App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: TheProPilotApp at 3 against Crew Alert App's 1. Crew Alert App's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. TheProPilotApp sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Crew Alert App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for TheProPilotApp against 5.0 for Crew Alert App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TheProPilotApp ships an update fortnightly, Crew Alert App every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
TheProPilotApp versus Crew Alert App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTheProPilotAppCrew Alert App
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.016.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJeffrey KadansAero Solutions Pro LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TheProPilotApp

Subscriptions2
  • ProPilot Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Pro Annual$79.991 Year
3 purchases

Crew Alert App

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • 3 Months7 Days trial$19.993 Months
  • Annual7 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is TheProPilotApp free?
TheProPilotApp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Crew Alert App free?
Crew Alert App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TheProPilotApp or Crew Alert App?
TheProPilotApp and Crew Alert App are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do TheProPilotApp or Crew Alert App have ads?
Neither TheProPilotApp nor Crew Alert App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TheProPilotApp or Crew Alert App?
TheProPilotApp ships an update fortnightly, and Crew Alert App every 2 weeks. Most recently, TheProPilotApp was updated on September 25, 2026 and Crew Alert App on September 25, 2026.

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