Comparison

FAA vs PilotPractice

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

Head to head
About

FAA

Features
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Master your FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Test with a study app built to make exam preparation simple and structured and efficient. No matter if you are starting your flight training or brushing up before test day app gives you the tools to learn faster and retain the concepts that matter. Track your test performance revisit missed questions and strengthen your skills with targeted practice. App is built for aspiring pilots who want a reliable and easy way to prepare anytime and anywhere. Study with confidence and move closer to earning your Private Pilot certificate. Included Test Categories: Aerodynamics Airspace Flight Operations Cross Country Planning Flight Instruments Communications and Radar Services Weather Electronic Navigation Federal Aviation Regulations Weight and Balance Disclaimer: Some content and features in this app are available only through an inapp purchase or active subscription. Access to all tests premium questions and advanced features requires purchasing these options. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/bhautikkumar/privacy-policy Terms & Conditions : https://sites.google.com/view/bhautikkumar/term-and-conditions

About

PilotPractice

Features
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PilotPractice is the ultimate training companion for student pilots. Designed to bridge the gap between ground school and the cockpit, this app helps you master the mental calculations and procedural knowledge required for the Private Pilot Licence (PPL) and beyond. **Key Features:** * **Procedures Trainer:** Interactive checklists and "scrambled" procedure practice to ensure you know your flows by heart. * **Compass Turns:** Visualize and calculate interception angles. Master the Northern/Southern hemisphere rules for undershoot and overshoot adjustments. * **Reciprocal Headings:** Train your brain to instantly calculate reciprocal headings with speedrun and warmup modes. * **1-in-60 Rule:** Master the essential navigation correction rule with interactive scenarios (Beginner to Advanced). * **E6B Flight Computer:** Practice specific E6B calculations including Wind Triangles, Conversions, Time/Speed/Distance, Fuel, and basic Arithmetic. * **Spaced Repetition:** Efficiently use your time to only practice what you need. **Designed for Students:** Stop struggling with mental math in the air. Build the muscle memory on the ground so you can focus on flying the plane.

Screenshots

FAA4 screens
PilotPractice4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PilotPractice at none against FAA's 4. PilotPractice also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. FAA sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. PilotPractice asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FAA ships an update every 8 months, PilotPractice every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
FAA versus PilotPractice: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFAAPilotPractice
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 3 weeks โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo โ€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size23 MB29 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperBhautikkumar KalariyaEugene Tsang

In-app purchases

4 purchases

FAA

Subscriptions2
  • FAA Private Pilot : Yearly Pro$4.997 Days
  • FAA Private Pilot : Weekly Pro$24.991 Year
One-time2
  • FAA Private : Lifetime Gift Pro$9.99
  • FAA Private Pilot : Lifetime Pro$19.99
None

PilotPractice

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FAA free?
FAA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PilotPractice free?
PilotPractice is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FAA or PilotPractice have ads?
Neither FAA nor PilotPractice shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FAA or PilotPractice?
FAA ships an update every 8 months, and PilotPractice every 3 weeks. Most recently, FAA was updated on September 17, 2026 and PilotPractice on September 9, 2026.

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