The 10 Best Weather Apps for Pilots—2026 Edition

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There are thousands of weather apps for the general public, from free to quite expensive. These are great for deciding whether you need a jacket tomorrow, but when it comes to aviation weather—looking at thunderstorms, ice, turbulence, visibility and so much more—these apps just aren't enough. So we'll focus on apps that offer more for pilots, both free and paid.

PilotWorkshops’ Mastery series now available in the Sporty’s Pilot Training app

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The Sporty’s Pilot Training app has steadily evolved from a course viewer into one of the most capable aviation training platforms available for pilots using the iPad. The latest addition continues that trend, with PilotWorkshops’ popular VFR Mastery and IFR Mastery series now fully integrated into the online platform and dedicated app for iOS.

Glide2 app review: planning the impossible turn before takeoff

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The so-called “impossible turn”—attempting to return to the runway after an engine failure on departure—has been debated by pilots for decades. While some instructors teach it as a viable option under the right conditions, others warn that attempting the maneuver too low can quickly become unrecoverable. A new app called Glide2 attempts to bring more structure to that decision-making process.

Engine out? How to use ForeFlight’s new Emergency Glide feature

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ForeFlight's latest update is now available on the App Store and includes Emergency Glide Mode to help pilots identify the best place to land in the event of engine failure.

Master ForeFlight with New “Power Users” Training from Sporty’s and ForeFlight

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Pilots looking to get more out of ForeFlight now have a powerful new training resource. Sporty’s has teamed up with ForeFlight to deliver ForeFlight Power Users Training, a comprehensive new course available exclusively on the Sporty’s Pilot Training app.

iFly EFB 14 update: a feature-packed alternative at a compelling price

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While ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot have set the standard for many years in EFB apps, a recent update to iFly EFB is a good reminder that there are capable and more affordable alternatives worth a closer look. With the release of version 14, Adventure Pilot is doubling down on what has long been iFly’s calling card—a deep feature set at a competitive price.

SkyDemon offers simple, VFR-only app experience—is it enough for US pilots?

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Industry-leading apps like ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot are incredibly capable pilot assistants, loaded with literally hundreds of features to make flying easier and safer. But not all pilots want the latest bells and whistles. That’s why SkyDemon, a long-established app in Europe, is making a renewed effort to attract US pilots.

Monitor fuel status and flight times with SkyTimer’s new iPad app

The popular SkyTimer app now includes an iPad app with full multitasking support.

The top 20 apps for pilots – 2026 edition

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There are thousands of apps that are useful for pilots, from flight training and weather briefings to calculators and games. With that in mind, compiling a list of the top apps may seem foolish, but once again we're going to try—after all, a brand new iPad pilot needs to start somewhere. This list isn't necessarily our 20 favorite apps, but rather the ones we see in use most often.

ForeFlight vs. Garmin Pilot: key differences to help you decide

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You bought an iPad to use in the airplane and now it's time to make a decision on which app is best for your aviation chart and data needs. Here we'll take a look at 3 standout features from each app that serve as key differentiators.

Top Apple Watch features and apps for pilots

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There are a lot of aviation apps out there that allow you to access useful aviation and weather data from your wrist. Here we'll take a look at the top weather and aviation apps for Apple Watch, along with how to take advantage of some of the standard Apple Watch features on your next flight.

The Best Flight Simulator Apps for iPad

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There is still a thriving market in iPad-based flight simulators. Lots of these have flashy videos in the App Store, but most of them are aimed at casual gamers, not pilots. Here are our top picks for flight simulators that work on the iPad and won’t make pilots roll their eyes.