Padpilot is the leading publisher of digital pilot training materials. Interactive theory books for The content is also the most up to date on the market.
Padpilot is the leading publisher of digital aviation training materials and has sold more than 150,000 books since launching their industry changing manuals in 2011. We use the very latest developments from Apple and Adobe to create and deliver stunning mobile learning solutions for tomorrow’s pilots; transforming aviation theoretical knowledge acquisition into a contextual learning experience wh
ich promotes deep understanding and, consequently, improved operating skills on the flightdeck. The digital platform is flexible and interactive; trainee pilots can highlight, search and make notes as they study, whilst the ability to layer graphics with text and animate diagrams and pictures that show as well as tell, brings aviation theory to life. But it’s not only the digital learning platform that is innovative. Padpilot’s team of subject matter experts are guided by the EASA learning objectives, but not limited by them; course content is created based on what the student needs to know for the exams, but also the context they need in order to become highly competent, highly sought-after airline pilots. In-depth analysis and consultation with airlines is undertaken regularly to identify and update core knowledge and skills requirements. Schools using Padpilot materials achieve average pass rates as high as 95% – without resorting to exam cramming and question database memorisation. Padpilot regularly partner with aviation industry companies to create bespoke interactive training material for use in-house. Padpilot’s iBooks are compatible with iMac, iPad and iPhone devices and can be downloaded from the Apple iBookstore store.
13/08/2025
Introduction to ATPL Instrumentation (Basic and Advanced) 🎛️
Why do we study instrumentation?
In the early days of aviation, a pilot’s understanding of all aspects of a flight almost entirely came from what they could see, hear and feel with their own senses 👀
But today we have highly sophisticated aircraft, flying in a complex environment often in adverse weather conditions, and over inhospitable terrain 🏔️
So your instruments are vital.
And in ATPL Instrumentation you’ll learn how they work and what they’re used for.
Let us know if you have any questions about ATPL Instrumentation?
*Padpilot ATPL theory books are now available on any device as individual editions, or as a complete set from our website*
17/06/2025
ATPL theory resources for student pilots ✈️🚁
Welcome to Padpilot. Get a smarter education for ATPL theory.
✅ Interactive theory books ✈️ 🚁
✅ AI-powered study buddy (The PBR)
✅ eLearning modules (via ATOs only)
Our materials are used by leading ATOs, universities and air forces worldwide. They’re designed to bring ATPL theory to life - for exam success and commercial career preparation 🫡
We’ve already supported thousands of student pilots with their ATPL theory studies, and we’d love to welcome you on board too.
Find a school for your training (directory on our website) or purchase a subscription direct. 🔗 in bio.
15/06/2025
ATPL theory resources for training providers ✈️ 🚁
Welcome to Padpilot. We believe that ATPL ground school should deliver more lift and less drag - and our future pilots deserve the most advanced TK training available.
We have a complete package of ATPL ground school resources for ATOs, or just choose the elements you need.
There are already 150+ schools worldwide and we’d love to welcome your school on board too. Please get in touch for a demo.
30/05/2025
Imagine having any ATPL(A) theory question answered instantly. Meet your new study BFF ✨ 📖 ✈️
19/05/2025
It’s here! You are invited to The Padpilot Briefing Room, your always-on-standby personal ATPL theory study buddy 💥
Ground school studies just got a whole lot easier, faster and more efficient!
🎉 The PBR is your 24/7 (very) smart ATPL Assistant. It’s powered by the most sophisticated AI and ONLY uses trusted Padpilot content - so you don’t need to worry about the hallucinations or errors you get with less sophisticated searches 🤦🏼♂️
The PBR is now available to any individual student pilots & instructors who own a full set of Padpilot books 🚀
Stuck on a tricky bit of ATPL theory? The PBR will help. Get fast accurate answers, with LO and chapter references (so you can read the relevant bit) personalised support, and study help around the clock, in multiple languages.
Instructors! 👋 You can create lesson plans & assessments, support independent study, and get AI-powered research. More teaching, less preparation.
💻 Individual access to the PBR is available via a subscription from our website. Please check with your ATO before purchasing as access to the PBR may be included in your course fee.
💚 An 18 month subscription costs only £49 and includes 650 prompts.
👉🏾 ATOs can licence the full PBR (including Padpilot book imagery) as part of a ground school package. Please contact us for more info.
13/05/2025
If you’re a current or soon-to-be ATPL theory student, keep an eye out for our announcement next Monday. It’s a game-changer! 👀
01/05/2025
Happy May Day 🌷 ☀️ ✈️
The Padpilot office will be closed on Monday for the first of the two May bank holidays. We will be back in the office as normal on Tuesday 6 May.
Have a great weekend whether you are flying or studying! 📑
26/04/2025
Happy World Pilots’ Day! Today we celebrate the achievements of all the pilots worldwide who used Padpilot materials on their way to the flight deck ✈️ 🚁
It’s also 2 years since we launched Padpilot books for all devices. In that time, 8000 student pilots have studied ATPL theory on the screen of their choice 🎉
Thank you for using and recommending Padpilot and congratulations to you all!
23/04/2025
We’ve just launched our new Area 100 KSA course ✈️
Everything you need for Area 100 KSA training & assessment, built by the experts at Padpilot. Now available to all partner ATOs, please contact your account manager for a demo.
Not yet a school? We now offer a complete courseware solution for ATPL theory. Please get in touch with Hattie at [email protected] to learn more.
04/04/2025
Bite-sized ATPL theory is cleared for take-off! Thank you to Leading Edge Aviation for beta testing the new ATPL eLearning course. We’ve fine-tuned the content delivery and are thrilled with the feedback and, most importantly, the students' results 🎉
The ATPL Air Law eLearning course is now available to all schools, please get in touch for more information. More eLearning ATPL subjects are in development.✨
28/03/2025
Padpilot PPL(A) books have everything you need for the nine exams — comprehensive study material and exam preparation — no prior knowledge required. ✨Perfect for modular pilot training and based on our best-selling ATPL books, these resources are designed to help you every step of the way.🛩️.
20/02/2025
Professor James Reason, the world-leading expert on human error, died earlier this month.
His influence is everywhere in aviation.
His 1998 book, "Beyond Aviation Human Factors," led ICAO to adopt recommendations for a systematic approach to safety, impacting everything from cockpit design to pilot training procedures.
If you’ve studied ATPL Human Performance, you’ll recognise his most famous contribution: the Swiss Cheese Model. This model - illustrating latent conditions, active failures, and multiple layers of defence - has shaped modern aviation safety.
Reason helped move aviation towards a proactive, rather than reactive, safety culture. He shifted the focus from blaming individuals to understanding systemic factors, and his "just culture" concept transformed safety management.
Aviation safety management continues to evolve, but his world-changing work leaves a legacy that benefits all of us who fly.
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Padpilot is the leading publisher of digital aviation training materials and has sold more than 150,000 books since launching their industry changing iPad manuals in 2011.
Padpilot use the very latest developments from Apple and Adobe to create and deliver stunning mobile learning solutions for tomorrow’s pilots; transforming ground school into a contextual learning experience which promotes deep understanding and, consequently, improved operating skills on the flightdeck.
The digital platform is flexible and interactive; trainee pilots can highlight, search and make notes as they study, whilst the ability to layer graphics with text and animate diagrams and pictures that show as well as tell, brings aviation theory to life.
But it’s not only the digital learning platform that is innovative. The content is also the most up to date on the market. Padpilot’s team of subject matter experts are guided by the EASA learning objectives, but not limited by them; course content is created based on what the student needs to know for the exams, but also the context they need in order to become highly competent, highly sought-after airline pilots. In-depth analysis and consultation with airlines is undertaken regularly to identify and update core knowledge and skills requirements.
Schools using Padpilot materials achieve average pass rates as high as 95% – without resorting to exam cramming and question database memorisation.
Padpilot regularly partner with aviation industry companies to create bespoke interactive training material for use in-house.
Padpilot’s digital Books are compatible with iMac, iPad and iPhone devices and can be downloaded from the Apple Bookstore.
EASA 2020 SYLLABUS
The new EASA ATPL theoretical knowledge syllabus is on the way and our development team are busy preparing a new set of completely up to date digital manuals ready for the new EASA TK exams in January 2020.
Padpilot Partner schools will be able to start teaching the new syllabus using our '2nd Edition' digital manuals and classroom presentation slides from October this year. In most cases, the new syllabus Learning Objectives are already addressed in our existing ATPL material as we had already identified the gaps in the training requirement. But the content is being re-ordered between subjects to match the structure of the new syllabus. And we are adding many more AR-ready interactive models and animations to the new syllabus Books in order to create a more immersive learning experience for better understanding and long term memory retention.
The foundation of a student’s future flying career is underpinned by the sound knowledge and understanding gained during the ground school phase of training. We are delighted to be able to support our ATO partners in improving the quality of pilot training in the world and to help new partners in this process.
For more information about our ATPL ground school Books for the new 2020 syllabus, please contact Sales Director, Cristina Messaggi.
