PilotPrep: Checkride Prep
iPhone and iPad knowledge-test and oral prep for seven tracks (Private, Instrument, Commercial, Multi-Engine, Seaplane, CFI, CFII): question banks with spaced-repetition review, oral flashcards, chart-symbol and VOR drills, radio phraseology practice and an E6B. Pro adds a back-and-forth AI oral examiner and "AI Explain" on every question.
| Category | Checkride & Oral Exam Prep |
|---|---|
| Pricing | Free download; Pro $9.99/mo or $59.99/yr (App Store in-app list) |
| Free tier / trial | Free download |
| Platforms | iOS, iPadOS |
| Maker | Ian Holvick |
| Website | https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pilotprep-checkride-prep/id6799757272 |
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