Software Comparison · Last updated May 2026

Pilot-Next vs FlyClub

FlyClub is a modern app covering scheduling, maintenance, document tracking, and training, with native iOS and Android apps. Pilot-Next is a partnership-first platform with flat per-company pricing, automated invoicing, per-pilot balances, and a built-in MCP server for AI assistants.

TL;DR — Which Should You Choose?

Choose Pilot-Next if…

You run an aircraft partnership or European flying club and need flat pricing, per-pilot balance management, automated PDF invoicing, and built-in AI integration.

Choose FlyClub if…

You need native iOS / Android apps, a built-in training module, and detailed document tracking — and you're comfortable with USD pricing that tiers up as your fleet grows.


Pricing Comparison

As of May 2026. Always verify current pricing with each vendor. Visit FlyClub.app ↗

Pilot-Next

SOLO

1 aircraft, 1 pilot

Free forever

BASIC

Flat — any number of aircraft

€9/month

PRO

Flat — any number of aircraft

€18/month

ULTRA

Flat — any number of aircraft

€45/month

EUR. Flat per-company — fleet size doesn't affect cost.
FlyClub

Free Trial

No permanent free tier

7 days

Starter

Tier scales by fleet size

from $8.99/mo

USD. Pricing tiers up as fleet grows — confirm exact tier on the FlyClub site.

Pricing Math: What You'll Actually Pay

Three operating scenarios at the same exchange rate (1 USD ≈ 0.92 EUR). FlyClub tier prices are illustrative — confirm with the FlyClub site for your exact fleet size.

Club profilePilot-NextFlyClub (est.)
1 aircraft, 1 pilotSOLO — €0/yrStarter — ~$108/yr (~€100)
1 aircraft, 5 pilots (partnership)BASIC — €108/yrStarter — ~$108/yr (~€100)
4 aircraft, 12 pilots (mid-size club)PRO — €216/yrHigher tier — confirm on flyclub.app
10 aircraft, 40 pilots (large club)ULTRA — €540/yrTop tier — confirm on flyclub.app

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

FeaturePilot-NextFlyClub
Free tier

SOLO — free forever

7-day trial

Starting paid price

€9/month (flat)

$8.99/mo

Pricing model

Flat per company

Tiered by fleet size

Pricing transparency

publicly listed

publicly listed

Aircraft booking

2-click

Pilot balance management

full credit/debit tracking

Automated invoicing

built-in PDF invoicing

Maintenance tracking

included

Calendar sync

Google, Outlook, Apple

Google/Apple

Mobile-optimized

fully responsive PWA

native iOS + Android

Training module

included

AI / MCP integration

built-in MCP server

European-native (EUR)

USD only

Aircraft co-ownership model

built for co-owners

Key Differences Explained

Pricing Model: Flat per Company vs Tiered by Fleet

Winner: Pilot-Next

Pilot-Next charges a single flat fee per company regardless of fleet size — €9, €18, or €45 per month. FlyClub uses tiered pricing that scales as your fleet grows, starting at $8.99/month. At one aircraft the two are roughly comparable; once you add a second airframe Pilot-Next stays flat while FlyClub tiers up.

Pilot Balances & Automated Invoicing

Winner: Pilot-Next

Pilot-Next maintains a running balance for every pilot and auto-generates a PDF invoice the moment a flight is settled. That removes most of the spreadsheet work that partnership treasurers used to do quarterly. FlyClub handles scheduling and document tracking well but does not include a per-pilot balance ledger or automatic invoicing — you'd still need an external accounting workflow.

Native Mobile Apps vs PWA

Winner: FlyClub

FlyClub ships native iOS and Android applications, which feel snappier and integrate with native OS conventions (push notifications, biometric unlock). Pilot-Next is a progressive web app — installable to the home screen, fully offline-capable for read paths, and a single codebase across phone, tablet, and desktop. PWAs trade native polish for zero-install distribution and identical features on every device.

Training Module

Winner: FlyClub

FlyClub includes a built-in training module covering instructor management, lesson tracking, and student records. This is useful for clubs that combine recreational flying with structured training. Pilot-Next does not currently include a training module — its focus is on partnership administration: booking, balances, settlement, and maintenance.

AI Assistant Integration

Winner: Pilot-Next

Pilot-Next is the only platform in this comparison with a built-in MCP (Model Context Protocol) server. Claude, ChatGPT, and other MCP-compatible AI assistants can book flights, check availability, query pilot balances, and run settlement through natural language. FlyClub has no AI integration — automation is limited to what the app's UI exposes.

Which Tool Fits Your Club? — Decision Matrix

Find the row that matches your operation.

Your situationPickWhy
2–10 pilots sharing one aircraft (co-ownership / partnership)Pilot-NextBuilt around pilot balances and shared cost-splitting. SOLO is free, BASIC is €9/mo flat.
European flying club billing in EURPilot-NextEUR-native pricing, EU hosting, GDPR-friendly. FlyClub is USD only.
Club that combines flying with structured trainingFlyClubBuilt-in training module with instructor, lesson, and student tracking.
You need native iOS / Android apps with push notificationsFlyClubShips true native apps in both app stores. Pilot-Next is a PWA — installable but browser-based.
Treasurer wants automated invoicing and per-pilot balance ledgerPilot-NextPDF invoices auto-generated on settlement; balances tracked as a running ledger. FlyClub lacks both.
Growing fleet (3+ aircraft) where pricing predictability mattersPilot-NextFlat per-company pricing across the fleet. FlyClub tiers up as you add airframes.
Club wants AI assistant integration for hands-free bookingPilot-NextBuilt-in MCP server — connect Claude or ChatGPT directly to the club.

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