Comparison

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments vs Test PPL(A)

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

Head to head
About

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments

Master instrument flying with this comprehensive trainer. It offers interactive modules and a simulator for navigation instruments, procedures, and holding patterns. Ideal for student pilots and instructors preparing for instrument ratings.

Highlights
  • Interactive navigation instrument modules
  • IFR procedure simulator
  • Holding pattern practice
  • Step-by-step learning
  • Animations and exercises
  • Built-in IFR simulator
Features
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Master instrument flying with this all-in-one IFR trainer. Includes interactive modules for ADF/RMI (FREE), VOR/ILS, HSI, IFR procedures and holding patterns. Ideal for student pilots and flight instructors preparing for instrument rating (IR). • Learn & practice navigation instruments step-by-step • Use animations and interactive exercises • Train with our built-in IFR simulator • Practice real-world holding entries (parallel, teardrop, direct) ### Modules: 1. ADF/RMI Instructor (Free Trial) 2. VOR + ILS Instructor 3. HSI Trainer 4. IFR Procedure Simulator 5. Holding Pattern Instructor Whether you're preparing for your checkride, IR test, or just want to improve situational awareness, this app helps you fly safer and smarter. Designed by pilots, for pilots. ▶ Try the ADF/RMI module for free! ▶ Trusted by aviation schools worldwide. FlyGo Aviation – Elevate Your IFR Skills.

About

Test PPL(A)

Features
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Test PPL(A) - profesjonalna aplikacja do przygotowania na egzamin teoretyczny licencji pilota prywatnego samolotowego. Tysiące pytań egzaminacyjnych po polsku, kompletna baza pytań i symulacje egzaminu zgodne z formatem EASA i wymaganiami ULC. GLOWNE FUNKCJE - Pelna baza pytan egzaminacyjnych PPL(A) - Symulacje egzaminu teoretycznego na czas - Tryb treningowy bez limitu czasu - Wyjasnienia kazdego pytania z AI (QuizLab IA) - Statystyki postepow i analiza bledow - Praca offline po pobraniu ZAGADNIENIA EGZAMINACYJNE - Prawo lotnicze - Meteorologia lotnicza - Nawigacja i planowanie lotu - Aerodynamika i osiagi - Wiedza ogolna o statku powietrznym - Procedury operacyjne - Czynniki ludzkie i ograniczenia - Lacznosc radiowa SKUTECZNE PRZYGOTOWANIE Aplikacja Test PPL(A) pomaga przygotowac sie do oficjalnego egzaminu teoretycznego ULC na licencje pilota prywatnego samolotowego, zgodnie ze standardami EASA. Nieograniczona liczba prob, realistyczne symulacje i pytania w stylu egzaminu. UNIKALNA AI: QuizLab IA Nasza sztuczna inteligencja wyjasnia logike za kazda poprawna odpowiedzia. Dzieki temu nie tylko zapamiętujesz - naprawde rozumiesz material. DLACZEGO QUIZVDS - Online od 2013 roku - Ponad 77.000 pytan w 8 jezykach - 11 szkol lotniczych jako partnerow - 4,7/5 na Trustpilot - Stale aktualizowana baza pytan

Screenshots

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments4 screens
Test PPL(A)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: IFR Trainer Flight Instruments at Free against Test PPL(A)'s $9.99. Test PPL(A)'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On 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

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments is free to download; Test PPL(A) costs $9.99 up front. IFR Trainer Flight Instruments sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Test PPL(A) asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments ships an update every 6 weeks, Test PPL(A) every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
IFR Trainer Flight Instruments versus Test PPL(A): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIFR Trainer Flight InstrumentsTest PPL(A)
PriceFree — better$9.99
Rating4.5 (960 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews52.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings960 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.615.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size155 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFlygo-Aviation Ltdmattia guatta

In-app purchases

6 purchases

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments

One-time6
  • Holding Instructor$5.99
  • VOR+ILS Instructor$9.99
  • HSI Instructor$9.99
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  • IFR Simulator$11.99
  • All in one$31.99
  • All in one$37.99
None

Test PPL(A)

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IFR Trainer Flight Instruments free?
IFR Trainer Flight Instruments is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Test PPL(A) free?
Test PPL(A) costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do IFR Trainer Flight Instruments or Test PPL(A) have ads?
Neither IFR Trainer Flight Instruments nor Test PPL(A) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IFR Trainer Flight Instruments or Test PPL(A)?
IFR Trainer Flight Instruments ships an update every 6 weeks, and Test PPL(A) every 2 weeks. Most recently, IFR Trainer Flight Instruments was updated on November 11, 2026 and Test PPL(A) on October 30, 2026.

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