Best Pilot Instrument Practice Apps &amp; Games

4.9😊(11K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Access a comprehensive library of aviation training courses, including video lessons, FAA test preparation, and interactive guides. Learn to fly, earn instrument ratings, and master various aircraft systems with expert-led content.

What We Love

🚀 Highly recommended and worth recommending
🚀 Awesome training
👍 Excellent quality
👍 Great preparation for exams and flying
👍 Passed written exams
👍 Optimal source for pilot knowledge
👍 Outstanding quality
👍 Great courses, always current and updated regularly
👍 Easily the best resource for an aspiring pilot
👍 Worth the money
👍 Amazing
👍 Great for beginners
👍 Incredible resource
👍 Above and beyond expectations

Room to Improve

👎 Desktop site is much better
👎 Not sure why all the good reviews
🐛 Buggy Chromecast
🐛 Lost ability to cast
🐛 Sync issues between devices
🐛 Lags web version
🐛 Video downloading is an exercise in frustration

Comms: AI Pilot Training by KHV Digital LLC

ATC Radio Practice for Pilots

Strong Contender

4.2😞(207 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Practice realistic air traffic control radio communications using AI and speech recognition. Build confidence with over 35 scenarios, from basic taxi instructions to complex airspace transitions. Get instant feedback on your phraseology and accuracy.

What We Love

🚀 Great practice app for student pilots
👍 Helpful for improving communication with ATC/Tower
💡 Active developers responsive to feedback

Room to Improve

🐛 App is broken and unusable for many users
🤖 Not accurate or realistic enough
👎 Voice recognition/speech-to-text is poor
💰 Paid app with limited value compared to free resources

Instrument Pilot Test Prep by Sporty's Pilot Shop

Study Buddy by Sporty's

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FlyCowboys - Pilot Training

3.1(16 ratings)

$14.99

Prepare for your FAA Instrument Pilot written test with a comprehensive study tool. It offers three modes: study questions by topic, review using flashcards, and take simulated practice tests. Detailed explanations and progress reports help you track your learning.

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FAA Test Prep, AI-Powered

FAA written exam preparationPrivate Pilot (PPL) and Instrument Rating (IFR) courses1,000+ FAA-style practice questions

Prepare for your FAA written exams and oral checkrides with adaptive practice and detailed explanations. Master aviation knowledge for your Private Pilot or Instrument Rating with mock exams and progress tracking.

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ATC One: AI Radio Practice

Practice ATC Talk with AI

AI-powered ATC conversationsRealistic flight scenariosReadback practice

Practice air traffic control communication with an AI that understands and responds to your transmissions. Engage in realistic scenarios, build correct phraseology, and prepare for aviation exams. Train anytime, anywhere without an instructor.

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Instrument Flying Handbook

Valuable and Handy Reference

$2.99

This app serves as a comprehensive reference text for the Instrument Rating FAA Knowledge Exam. It provides hundreds of pages of content, updated with high-resolution graphics, covering all aeronautical knowledge and skills required for instrument flight.

FAA Knowledge Exam preparationHigh-resolution graphicsRetina display support

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Private Pilot Test Prep - FAA

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free

Private Pilot Training

Over 900 FAA practice questionsDetailed explanations and referencesCustomizable study sessions

Prepare for the FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Test with over 900 practice questions and detailed explanations. Customize study sessions, review missed questions, and take simulated exams that mirror the official test format and question distribution. Unlock a complete ground school course for advanced features and tracking.

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Instrument Procedures Handbook

Valuable and Handy Reference

$2.99

A comprehensive reference for instrument-rated pilots, this app provides detailed information on instrument flight rules, procedures, and safety. It's an essential tool for pilots and instructors to enhance instrument techniques and ensure safer flying.

Instrument flight rules and proceduresDetailed coverage of instrument chartsSafety information and human factors

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paid

ADF + RMI Trainer – IFR Pilot

ADF & RMI practice for IFR

Interactive lessons for core skillsIFR exercises for practical applicationADF/RMI simulator

This app provides interactive lessons and simulations for instrument flight students and instructors to master ADF and RMI radio navigation skills. It helps users learn to read indications, track bearings, and apply IFR procedures with confidence through step-by-step guidance and instant feedback.

Prepware Instrument Pilot

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free

by ASA

$9.99

Prepare for your FAA Knowledge Exam with flashcard-style reviews and practice tests. Study by subject or take a full practice exam to gauge your readiness.

Flashcard-style reviewQuestions, answers, and explanationsStudy by subject

FAA IFR Instrument Rating Prep

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free

by Dauntless Software

$64.99

Prepare for your FAA Instrument Rating (IFR) knowledge test with a comprehensive database of actual, up-to-date questions and illustrated explanations. Study flexibly with multiple modes and ensure you're ready for your exam.

Actual FAA questionsUp-to-date contentIllustrated explanations

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FAA PART 107 Practice Test

Drone Pilot License Exam Prep

Realistic FAA practice testsStudy by topicAI-powered learning assistant

Prepare for your FAA Part 107 drone pilot exam with realistic practice tests and AI-powered study assistance. Master all required topics, including regulations, airspace, and weather, to earn your Remote Pilot Certificate.

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AFPS Airplane Flight Pilot Sim

#1 Airplane simulator game!

Open-world flight simulationDetailed sceneries and airportsDynamic weather and day/night cycle

Experience a realistic open-world flight simulator with detailed sceneries, airports, and dynamic weather. Complete various missions to become a professional pilot, or explore the world by driving cars and helicopters.

🎮 Games

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FAA Test Prep, Pilot Training

Ground School

Expert FAA flight instructor knowledgeEngaging educational videosPilot perspective flight footage

Prepare for your FAA written test and become a safer pilot with this comprehensive training app. It combines expert instruction, engaging videos, and interactive practice tests to ensure you gain the knowledge needed to fly your best.

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Digital Electronic Flight Log

LogTen Pilot Logbook

Lightning-fast data entryAutomated and customizable loggingSyncs across all devices

This digital flight logbook helps pilots track flight hours, currency, and certificates. It offers automated data entry, powerful analytics, and career advancement tools. Free for the first 50 hours of flight time.

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Remote Pilot Test Prep - 107

Drone Pilot Test Prep

$49.99

Prepare for the FAA drone pilot exam with over 500 practice questions, including actual FAA questions and new topics like night operations and Remote ID. Customize study sessions, take simulated timed exams, and track your progress with detailed reports. Access via web is also included.

Over 500 practice questionsIncludes actual FAA questionsCovers new regulations (night ops, Remote ID)

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PPL Exam & Study – FAA & EASA

PPL & LAPL prep · pay once

2,500+ updated FAA & EASA questionsExplanations, illustrations & graphsPractice, Exam & Study modes

Prepare for your FAA or EASA Private Pilot Licence (PPL) or Light Aircraft Pilot Licence (LAPL) exams with a comprehensive study system. This app includes extensive question banks, detailed explanations, and integrated study books to help you learn effectively and track your progress.

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Learn. Pass. Fly. 100% FAA ACS

FAA Private Pilot Prep

$69.99

Prepare for your FAA Private and Recreational Pilot knowledge tests with a comprehensive database of actual, up-to-date questions. Features detailed explanations, included charts, and flexible study modes to help you pass your exams.

Actual FAA questionsFree updatesIllustrated explanations

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Private and Recreational Pilot

by Dauntless Software

$39.99

Prepare for your FAA Private Pilot checkride with realistic oral exam questions and detailed explanations. Covers all essential knowledge areas, including aerodynamics, weather, regulations, and navigation. Features aircraft-specific questions and free lifetime updates.

Realistic checkride questionsUnlimited study and practiceFree lifetime updates