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Looking for an Airplane Manager alternative?

The Crew Portal is a modern, transparently-priced alternative to Airplane Manager for Part 91 corporate flight departments. It handles crew scheduling, duty & rest, FRAT, eAPIS, and live aircraft tracking — from $89 per tail per month with unlimited users and a free 7-day trial you can start today.

The Crew Portal vs. Airplane Manager

 The Crew PortalAirplane Manager
PricingPublished — $89 / tail / moQuote only (hidden)
UsersUnlimited, includedContact sales
Free trial7 days, self-serveDemo required
SetupSame day, yourselfSales onboarding
FRAT (risk assessment)Built inVaries
eAPIS / internationalOptional module, flat $149/moVaries
Live ADS-B trackingIncludedVaries
Owner-flown / single aircraft$59/mo planGeared to departments

Airplane Manager does not publish pricing; comparison reflects publicly available information as of 2026. The Crew Portal is an awareness & scheduling tool, not a compliance system-of-record.

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FAQ

How is The Crew Portal different from Airplane Manager?

Transparent published pricing ($89/tail, unlimited users), a self-serve free trial, and FRAT + eAPIS + live tracking bundled in — built to be affordable for small and mid-size Part 91 departments and owner-flown operators.

Can I switch from Airplane Manager?

Yes — import an export of your fleet and crew, or paste your roster and let the wizard structure it. Most departments are running the same day.

Is there a contract?

No long-term contract. Free 7-day trial, then month-to-month or annual (one month free). Cancel anytime.

Try it on your own fleet

Add your tail numbers, your crew, and go. Free 7-day trial — see the price, no demo required.

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