AirMate for PC
Reviewed by Apps Playground Editorial Team · Updated
What's New
This update brings live air traffic right to your map, so you can now see where planes are flying and tap any aircraft to learn its callsign, registration, altitude, and even pull up a photo.
Version 1.7.8 · · 199.2 MBLatest
The map now displays live air traffic with aircraft icons sorted by type, making it easy to spot what's up there. Tap any plane for its details—callsign, registration, altitude, and photos included. The app also improved how it pulls in real-time traffic data and refreshed the aeronautical database for accuracy.
Version 1.7.7 · · 132.8 MB
AirMate's menus were getting in the way of each other, and the previous version didn't quite fill your screen the way it should. This release sorts both issues out, giving you a tidier, more spacious layout to work with.
Airport plates and flight planning data side by side with your other work: that's where AirMate shines on a desktop. This free navigation app gives pilots worldwide airport information, runway details, and downloadable IFR and VFR charts in one place. Moving AirMate from phone to PC lets you reference plates, check frequencies, and review community tips without switching devices or losing your workspace.
AirMate brings essential flight-planning tools to your desktop. The app provides detailed airport data for locations worldwide, access to downloadable approach plates across the US, Europe, and other regions, and a community layer where pilots share ratings and local aviation resources. Running AirMate on your PC keeps reference materials persistent on one screen while you manage other flight preparation tasks.
Airport Data and Plate Access
AirMate delivers comprehensive airport information: location coordinates, runway configuration, radio frequencies, and associated services. The Plate Manager function lets you download approach charts in advance for an entire country, making them available for printing or on-screen review. This library approach letting you prepare offline and keep critical plates accessible during preflight planning without hunting through multiple sources.
Flight Planning and Route Management
The core workflow involves setting waypoints and building a flight plan. AirMate supports VFR and IFR navigation data, allowing you to sketch routes and track details for your intended flight. Desktop use keeps your flight plan open in a dedicated window, separate from email, weather services, or other planning materials you may have running nearby.
Community Ratings and Local Resources
Pilots using AirMate can leave comments, experience tips, and ratings for airports they've visited. This crowd-sourced layer helps you discover flight schools, aviation clubs, restaurants, and hotels near your home airport or any destination. The community features turn AirMate into a shared knowledge base for the pilot community, beyond pure navigation.
Setting Up AirMate for Computer Use
Installing AirMate on a Windows PC or Mac gives you persistent access to your flight library and community contributions from one consistent workspace. You'll stay signed into your pilot account, keeping your flight history and saved preferences intact across sessions. This continuity means less setup friction when you return to planning your next flight.
How to Download and Install AirMate for PC or MAC:
Select an Android emulator: There are many free and paid Android emulators available for PC and MAC, few of the popular ones are Bluestacks, Andy OS, Nox, MeMu and there are more you can find from Google.
Compatibility: Before downloading them take a look at the minimum system requirements to install the emulator on your PC.
For example, BlueStacks requires OS: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista SP2, Windows XP SP3 (32-bit only), Mac OS Sierra(10.12), High Sierra (10.13) and Mojave(10.14), 2-4GB of RAM, 4GB of disk space for storing Android apps/games, updated graphics drivers.
Finally, download and install the emulator which will work well with your PC's hardware/software.
- Open the emulator software from the start menu or desktop shortcut in your PC.
- Associate or set up your Google account with the emulator.
- You can either install the app from Google PlayStore inside the emulator or download AirMate APK file and open the APK file with the emulator or drag the file into the emulator window to install AirMate for PC.
You can follow above instructions to install AirMate for PC with any of the Android emulators available.
FAQ
What airport charts are available in AirMate?
AirMate provides free IFR and VFR approach plates for the US through FAA charts, all of Europe, and numerous other countries. The Plate Manager lets you batch-download charts for entire regions so you have them ready offline.
Can I download plates on my PC for future use?
Yes. The Plate Manager works to let you download airport plates for a country or region in advance. Once downloaded, you can view them on-screen or print them out for reference during flight planning.
Does AirMate work on both Windows and Mac?
AirMate is available as a PC application, letting you use it on Windows systems. Check the download page for your specific operating system requirements.
Can I share my flight experience with other pilots?
The app includes social features that let you leave ratings, tips, and comments at airports you've visited. Other pilots can see your feedback and help the community learn about specific locations and services.
What happens to my flight plan if I accidentally tap the map?
Some users report that unintended touches on the map can add waypoints to an active flight plan. On a desktop, this is less likely since you're using a mouse, which offers more deliberate control than a touchscreen.
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