Disclosure: the owner, Nick Rae, sells aviation study workbooks that compete with some listed study tools. Details. Prices are from cited sources and flagged “not verified” where unconfirmed.
Voice-based AI ATC radio practice with 35+ scenarios, by KHV Digital (pilotcommsapp.com). App Store rating 4.3 (295 ratings, Oct 17, 2026). Developer claims, not tested.
Pricing
Free to download; 3 free scenarios, then premium subscription (price not verified)
AI-powered controllers with voice recognition for radio practice; developer lists FAA WINGS credit. By PlaneEnglish (arsim.ai). App Store rating 4.1 (326 ratings, Oct 17, 2026). Developer claims, not tested.
Pricing
Free to download; free lessons available, paid unlocks not verified
Speak with an AI examiner (3 personas) mapped to the ACS, by London Moren. New (released Jun 2026): verify answers. App Store rating 4.8 (15 ratings, Oct 17, 2026).
Pricing
Free to download; subscription/in-app prices not verified
AI chat assistant that answers FAA regulation questions from the FARs and FAR/AIM, by Pilot Proficiency, LLC. Beta - verify answers against official FAA sources.
Training courses; AI search inside the Instrument Procedures course. Free articles, quizzes and videos plus a free iOS app (4.9 stars, 980 ratings, with in-app purchases). Training brand, not an AI-first tool.
Browser-based generator for CFI logbook endorsements, by Jason Blair. Not AI. Not FAA-reviewed: check current Part 61 and AC 61-65 before using any endorsement.
AI ATC radio practice with graded calls, phrasebook and daily challenge. Free forever tier plus Pro. New: verify answers / phraseology against official AIM.
Pricing
Free forever; Pro $12.99/mo or $9.99/mo billed yearly (verified Oct 19, 2026)
Access
Yes - free account, 22 lessons and 100 AI-graded calls/mo in those lessons
Duolingo-style pilot training: 195 ATC radio scenarios across 13 tracks, daily quizzes and checkride prep (iPhone). Not for navigation. New: verify answers.
Pricing
Free to start; Premium $14.99/mo or $119.99/yr after 7-day trial (verified Oct 19, 2026)
AI-powered ground school covering PPL, IR, CPL, MEL and CFI in one subscription; Module 1 free. Mentions beta pilots. New: verify answers against official FAA sources.
Non-AI airport dining discovery and pilot community, with restaurant details, reviews and trip reports. For destination discovery; not for flight navigation.
Pricing
Free discovery/community; optional paid Hangar Club. Check current web and in-app pricing.
Access
Free map and restaurant browsing; a free account adds reviews, visit logging and PIREPs.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best AI tools for checkride prep?
The AI checkride prep category lists 11 products, including MockDPE, GroundScholar and HeyDPE. The directory compares published pricing and access, not instructional accuracy or an independent ranking. Use the linked vendor sources and confirm AI-generated answers against current FAA references and your instructor.
Are there free AI tools for pilots?
Some listings provide ongoing free features, while others offer only a demo, a trial or a free download with paid practice. The access filter separates these cases. Read the stated limits and confirm current terms with each provider.
How can I practice ATC radio calls with AI?
The ATC / radio practice category lists Comms: AI Pilot Training, PlaneEnglish ARSim, ATCpal and ATC Ready. Compare the free-content and trial limits in the radio-practice guide. A vendor description of speech recognition or AI feedback is not independent validation of phraseology or grading.
What are some ForeFlight alternatives?
The directory lists Garmin Pilot, FltPlan Go, SkyDemon, WingX, Avare, OzRunways and FlightKit. Their platforms, regions, features and access terms differ. Confirm current capabilities and suitability with the provider before relying on a tool.
Where can pilots get free official weather briefings?
1800wxbrief.com provides Flight Service briefing resources, and AviationWeather.gov is an official NOAA/NWS aviation weather source. The weather category also includes third-party tools such as Windy, AeroPointer and PlaneWX. A third-party app is not an official briefing source merely because it is listed beside one.
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Does free access mean the whole product is free?
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Who runs the directory?
Nick Rae, a commercial pilot and aviation workbook author, runs Pilot AI Tools. His study workbooks compete with some listed tools; the About page explains this conflict and the research methods.