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DroidEFB: EFB for Pilots (US) on Windows Pc

Developed By: DroidEFB, LLC - Aviation GPS

License: Free

Rating: 4,2/5 - 723 votes

Last Updated: August 04, 2026

Download on Windows PC

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version 2.9.6
Size 20.2 MB
Release Date December 12, 25
Category Maps & Navigation Apps

App Permissions:
Allows applications to open network sockets. [see more (6)]

What's New:
2.9.7:*Fix broken METAR and Weather Imagery data feeds*Minimum supported Android version now 8.0TIP – Track Log is automatically started and stopped based on... [see more]

Description from Developer:
Built by pilots, for pilots. DroidEFB is the ad-free Android Electronic Flight Bag trusted by thousands of U.S. aviators. Pair your ADS-B, cache charts for offline use, file via 18... [read more]

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About this app

On this page you can download DroidEFB: EFB for Pilots (US) and install on Windows PC. DroidEFB: EFB for Pilots (US) is free Maps & Navigation app, developed by DroidEFB, LLC - Aviation GPS. Latest version of DroidEFB: EFB for Pilots (US) is 2.9.6, was released on 2025-12-12 (updated on 2026-08-04). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 100,000. Overall rating of DroidEFB: EFB for Pilots (US) is 4,2. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 723 users, 512 users had rated it 5*, 108 users had rated it 1*.

How to install DroidEFB: EFB for Pilots (US) on Windows?

Instruction on how to install DroidEFB: EFB for Pilots (US) on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install DroidEFB: EFB for Pilots (US) on Windows PC by using Android App Player such as BlueStacks, LDPlayer, Nox, KOPlayer, ...

Before you start, you will need to download the APK/XAPK installer file, you can find download button on top of this page. Save it to easy-to-find location.

[Note] You can also download older versions of this app on bottom of this page.

Below you will find a detailed step-by-step guide, but I want to give you a fast overview of how it works. All you need is an emulator that will emulate an Android device on your Windows PC and then you can install applications and use it - you see you're playing it on Android, but this runs not on a smartphone or tablet, it runs on a PC.

If this doesn't work on your PC, or you cannot install, comment here and we will help you!

Step By Step Guide To Install DroidEFB: EFB for Pilots (US) using BlueStacks

  1. Download and Install BlueStacks at: https://www.bluestacks.com. The installation procedure is quite simple. After successful installation, open the Bluestacks emulator. It may take some time to load the Bluestacks app initially. Once it is opened, you should be able to see the Home screen of Bluestacks.
  2. Open the APK/XAPK file: Double-click the APK/XAPK file to launch BlueStacks and install the application. If your APK/XAPK file doesn't automatically open BlueStacks, right-click on it and select Open with... Browse to the BlueStacks. You can also drag-and-drop the APK/XAPK file onto the BlueStacks home screen
  3. Once installed, click "DroidEFB: EFB for Pilots (US)" icon on the home screen to start using, it'll work like a charm :D

[Note 1] For better performance and compatibility, choose BlueStacks 5 Nougat 64-bit read more

[Note 2] about Bluetooth: At the moment, support for Bluetooth is not available on BlueStacks. Hence, apps that require control of Bluetooth may not work on BlueStacks.

How to install DroidEFB: EFB for Pilots (US) on Windows PC using NoxPlayer

  1. Download & Install NoxPlayer at: https://www.bignox.com. The installation is easy to carry out.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file to the NoxPlayer interface and drop it to install
  3. The installation process will take place quickly. After successful installation, you can find "DroidEFB: EFB for Pilots (US)" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

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Built by pilots, for pilots. DroidEFB is the ad-free Android Electronic Flight Bag trusted by thousands of U.S. aviators. Pair your ADS-B, cache charts for offline use, file via 1800wxbrief, and fly with confidence using geo-referenced approach plates and taxi diagrams powered by Seattle Avionics and fuel pricing & FBO data from FlightAware.

Why pilots choose DroidEFB (over “free” apps):
*Pilot-built & tested: Designed and flown daily by real aviators.
*Professional data sources: Geo-referenced plates & taxi diagrams (Seattle Avionics) plus FBO/fuel pricing (FlightAware).
*Offline ready: Cache charts, procedures, and weather briefings before flight.
*ADS-B traffic & weather: Works with Stratux and other GDL-90 devices.
*No ads, ever: Clean interface, zero distractions in the cockpit.
*Consistent UX: Same smooth experience on phone or tablet.
*Flight essentials built in: W&B, NOTAMs, track logs, logbook, and more.

Operates in line with FAA AC 91‑78A guidance for portable EFBs (Part 91)

Subscriptions Plans:
*Standard (VFR): $6.99/mo or $74.99/yr
*Premium (VFR + IFR + Geo plates): $149.99/yr
*CFI & Military programs available.

DroidEFB overlays current position and flight plan onto an FAA Sectional, TAC, Low Altitude or High-Altitude chart. Easily amend airports, waypoints, victor/jet airways, STARs, DPs, GPS coordinates and DME. Advanced navigation log takes into account current winds aloft for precise planning.

Routes flown are stored as GPS breadcrumbs and can be uploaded and viewed in Google Earth. https://droidefb.com/tutorials/

Charts and plates are viewable via our servers with an Internet connection and are downloadable for offline use. RouteMinder™ automatically checks the planned route for Charts needing downloaded.

DroidEFB can be used to receive and file official briefings! Register at www.1800wxbrief.com/Website/ and enable Avilution/DroidEFB in the list of service providers (Flight Planning & Briefing > Service Provider) to receive notifications.

DroidEFB Features:
-Point of Interest (POI) Search - find and save airports, street addresses, business names, coordinates
-Approach plates and airport diagrams (Geo-referenced with Premium subscription)
-Create, save, and sync user waypoints and Flight Plans
-NEXRAD and ADS-B traffic (TIS-B) w/supported devices
-Write or draw on charts and terminal procedures
-Arrival (STAR) and Departure (DP) procedures
-Sophisticated weight and balance
-FBO Fuel Price (100LL; Jet A)
-VSR (vertical speed required)
-Special Use Airspace (SUA)
-Store data on External SD
-A/FD (chart supplement)
-Pinch zoom and measure
-Redundant data servers
-Real-time GPS tracking
-Grand Canyon Charts
-Helicopter Charts
-Track prediction
-QuickWeather (free)
-Auto Logbook
-SAR patterns
-Track Log

Weather Overlay:
-NEXRAD (Internet, MobileLink, ADS-B)
-SIGMET / AIRMET (Internet, MobileLink)
-METAR (Internet, MobileLink, ADS-B)
-PIREP (Internet, MobileLink, ADS-B)
-TAF (Internet, MobileLink, ADS-B)
-Surface and winds aloft (Internet)
-Current Icing Potential (Internet)
-Satellite imagery (MobileLink)
-Lightning strikes (MobileLink)
-Freezing levels (MobileLink)
-NOTAMs (Internet, ADS-B)
-Area forecast (Internet)
-TFRs (Internet)

Third party devices and program support:
-Baron MobileLink
-iLevil with AHRS
-Microsoft FSX
-Dual XGPS
-ZAON XRX
-Pathfinder
-SkyRadar
-X-Plane
-Stratux
-Dynon

For pilots using phones and tablets running Android 8.0 or higher.

One subscription or free trial may be used on multiple devices such as a phone and tablet. Subscriptions authenticated using the Google account on your Android device. Password and Credit Card information are never shared with DroidEFB.

Rooted devices not "officially" supported.

We cannot respond to feedback or app issues left in Google Play reviews. For support, visit https://www.droidefb.com
2.9.7:

*Fix broken METAR and Weather Imagery data feeds
*Minimum supported Android version now 8.0

TIP – Track Log is automatically started and stopped based on Airborne Threshold and Landing Decision Delay setting in Preferences. Optionally, tap the Flight Timer in the Flight Plan Tab to start or stop Track Log manually.

TUTORIALS: https://droidefb.com/tutorials/

DOCUMENTATION: https://droidefb.com/documentation/

MANAGE: https://droidefb.com/manage-subscription/
Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows an app to access approximate location.
Allows an app to access precise location.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks.