RosterBuster Logbook vs Wingman: Which Is Better for Airline Pilots in 2026?
- Wingman Log
- Mar 20
- 8 min read
Updated: 14 hours ago
Last Updated: 14 April 2026 | 9 min read | Pilot Logbook Apps
RosterBuster has been used by many pilots for roster management. So when they launched RB Logbook, the expectation was a seamless, all-in-one solution. The reality has been more complicated than that.
This is a fair, evidence-based comparison. If RB Logbook is genuinely the better choice for you, we will say so. But after looking at real pilot reviews, feature sets, pricing, and global coverage, Wingman comes out ahead on the criteria that matter most for airline pilots in 2026.
Here is the full picture.
What Is RB Logbook?
RB Logbook (officially RB Pilot Logbook by CAE) is the digital logbook arm of RosterBuster, now owned and developed by CAE, the Canadian aviation training giant. It was designed to pair with the RosterBuster crew app, automatically importing rosters so pilots spend less time on data entry.
On paper, the concept is compelling. RosterBuster already sits on hundreds of thousands of pilot phones for roster management. A tightly integrated logbook should be a natural extension. In practice, the two products have had a rocky relationship.
Across the App Store and Google Play, a consistent theme emerges in RB Logbook reviews. The RosterBuster integration that is the product's core selling point has repeatedly failed to sync correctly, with support responses taking days or weeks. One pilot spent 10 days manually re-entering 15 months of flights after the app failed to export carry-forward totals correctly. Another paid for a monthly subscription only to find their account remained on the free tier for six days with no response from support.
These are not isolated incidents. They reflect a structural tension in the product: ambitious features built on a support infrastructure that has not kept pace with the user base.
RB Logbook vs Wingman: The Key Differences
Pricing: €108/year vs $59/year.
RB Logbook charges €9.99/month or €99.99/year for premium access, which is approximately $108/year at current exchange rates. Wingman Pro is $59/year. The difference is nearly $50 every year, and Wingman includes a permanent free tier for pilots under 250 hours.
RB Logbook does offer a 30-day free trial, but removed its permanently free tier for new signups in a recent update. When the subscription expires without renewal, you can no longer log new flights. Your data remains accessible, but your logbook is effectively paused.
Roster Import: 150+ Airlines against Wingman's 400+ airlines
RB Logbook's headline feature is its RosterBuster integration, which supports over a lot of airline roster formats, but most of them don't work reliably now. In our testing, only about 150 of them worked seamlessly. The raw number is large. However, breadth and reliability are different things. Multiple pilots have reported that the sync between RosterBuster and RB Logbook simply stops working, sometimes for weeks, and that FLICA integration in particular has been unreliable.
Wingman Pilot Logbook supports auto roster import from 400+ airlines using direct connections to scheduling systems including AIMS eCrew, ARMS, CAE Crew Access, Sabre, NavBlue RAIDO, CESAR, Netline, CAE FLICA, PDC Crewconnex and more . The coverage is much wider in raw numbers, but the implementation is direct and consistent rather than routing through a separate consumer app that can fall out of sync.
Global Authority Support: Where Wingman Pulls Ahead
RB Logbook supports Jeppesen, EASA, FAR (FAA), DGCA, and TCCA formats. That covers the major Western authorities reasonably well.
However, Wingman goes further. Beyond FAA and EASA, Wingman generates compliant exports for:
FAA (§61.51 format)
GCAA (UAE)
GACA (Saudi Arabia, GACAR Part 61)
DGCA (India, including DGCA CA-39 report and direct eGCA upload)
UK CAA
NZCAA (New Zealand)
HKCAD (Hong Kong)
CASA (Australia)
EASA (FCL.050 format)
Over 50 export formats are supported. For pilots based in the Gulf, Southeast Asia, or the Pacific, Wingman is the more purpose-built choice. The direct eGCA upload for India is a feature RB Logbook does not offer.
Platform: Both Cross-Platform, But Wingman Has Web
Both apps run on iOS and Android natively, and both work offline. Wingman adds a full web browser version, meaning you can access and manage your logbook from any PC, Mac, or laptop without installing anything. RB Logbook does not have a web interface.
UI Complexity: Clean vs Overwhelming
One of the most consistent criticisms of RB Logbook from its own users is that the interface is overly complex. Pilots describe it as "TOO complete," with fields that cannot be permanently hidden, creating clutter on every entry. For pilots who just want to log flights quickly and accurately, this is a daily friction point.
Wingman was built with a different philosophy: every field that matters, nothing that does not. The workflow is optimised for airline pilots who want to confirm an auto-imported roster entry, not configure a spreadsheet.
Data Migration: Assisted vs Self-Service
Switching logbooks is daunting when years of career data are involved. Wingman's team handles migration from RB Logbook directly, transferring your full flight history without data loss. RB Logbook offers import tools, but the process is self-service, and if something goes wrong during the transfer, you are waiting in a support queue.
Wingman vs. RB Logbook: Side by Side
Feature | Wingman | RB Logbook |
Price | $59/year | ~$108/year (€99.99) |
iOS | ✅ | ✅ |
Android | ✅ | ✅ |
Web Browser | ✅ | ❌ |
Auto Roster Import | 400+ airlines (direct) | 150+ formats (via RosterBuster) |
Supported Authorities | 15+ (FAA, GCAA, GACA, CASA, FAA, EASA, DGCA, HKCAD, NZCAA, UKCAA and more) | EASA, FAA, DGCA, TCCA |
Export Formats | 50+ | Multiple |
Free Tier | Up to 250 hrs (permanent) | 30-day trial only |
Offline Logging | ✅ | ✅ |
Data Migration Support | Assisted, full-service | Self-service |
eGCA Upload (India) | ✅ Direct upload | ❌ |
Web Interface | ✅ | ❌ |
ACARS Photo Scan | ❌ | ✅ |
Where RB Logbook Still Has an Edge
A fair comparison requires acknowledging what RB Logbook does well.
Its ACARS scan feature is genuinely useful. Take a photo of the OOOI terminal printout in the cockpit and the app extracts the flight times automatically. This is a practical capability that Wingman does not currently match in the same way. However, some users have reported that it is unreliable at times
When RB Logbook makes sense: if your airline uses a roster format not yet supported by Wingman, if you rely on the ACARS scan feature, or if you are already paying for RosterBuster and want to consolidate, RB Logbook is worth evaluating. Just go in with clear eyes about the support track record and integration stability.
What Pilots Are Saying About Wingman
"The automatic roster import is a game changer. It simplifies logging by eliminating manual entries, saving me time and ensuring accuracy. I highly recommend it to any pilot." Captain, major Middle East carrier
"The AIMS import feature is a life saver. With just 2 clicks, I have all my flights imported. I have tried so many apps and roster import just does not work in them." Airline First Officer
"Wingman is a saviour for pilots, especially in times of change when DGCA has suddenly decided to go digital. It saved me months worth of time. 5 years of experience uploaded in literally a couple of days." DGCA-licensed pilot
"I have used logbook apps previously. Data input in them was a tedious task. Wingman has a much better user experience and it takes minimal effort to fill up my logbook." Line pilot, wide-body operations
Who Should Switch to Wingman?
You fly under FAA, EASA, DGCA, GCAA, GACA, and want hassle free movement when eneded. Wingman was built specifically for pilots who want to fly in different regions of the world, without having to worry about format conversions. RB Logbook was not.
You want the value for money and time. At $59/year, Wingman costs nearly half what RB Logbook charges, with a permanent free tier for student pilots.
You need a web/desktop version. Wingman works on any PC, Mac, or laptop. RB Logbook does not.
You want assisted migration with no risk of data loss. Wingman's team handles the transfer. With RB Logbook you are on your own.
You are a student pilot building toward your first licence. Wingman is free up to 250 hours. Start now and pay nothing until you are ready.
You want a clean, simple interface. Wingman is optimised for quick entry and confirmation, not configuration.
Who Might Still Choose RB Logbook?
To be fair: if your airline uses a scheduling system not yet on Wingman's supported list, or if you rely heavily on the ACARS photo scan feature for OOOI times, RB Logbook has a genuine advantage in those areas. It is also a reasonable choice for pilots flying under TCCA (Canada) as their primary authority.
And if you are already paying for RosterBuster for roster management and crew chat, consolidating into one account has its appeal — provided the integration between the two products is stable for your airline.
But for the majority of airline pilots flying globally, the combination of lower price, better authority coverage, web access, and a more reliable roster import makes Wingman the stronger day-to-day choice.
How to Switch from RB Logbook to Wingman
Switching is easier than you think, and Wingman handles the heavy lifting.
Download Wingman on iOS, Android, or open it at wingmanlog.in
Export your RB Logbook data using the export function in the app (CSV or Excel format)
Contact the Wingman team with your export file and they will complete the migration for you
Connect your roster and if your airline is supported, set up auto-import and watch your logbook fill itself
Upgrade to Pro at $59/year when you are ready, with no pressure and no hidden costs
Your logbook will be exactly where you left it in RB Logbook, just without the integration headaches, the missing web access, and the $108/year bill.
The Verdict
RB Logbook is not a bad product. The concept is genuinely smart, and for pilots whose airlines are not yet on Wingman's supported list, it remains a reasonable option.
But the recurring support issues, integration instability between RosterBuster and the logbook, the absence of a web interface, and a price nearly double Wingman's make it difficult to recommend without reservation for most airline pilots.
Your logbook is your aviation career in digital form. It gets audited, scrutinised at interviews, and submitted to regulators at critical moments. The app managing it should just work, every time.
If you have been asking whether RB Logbook is worth it, the honest answer is: it depends on your airline. If your airline is on Wingman's supported list, Wingman is the better choice. If it is not, check back, because Wingman's integration list is growing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is RB Logbook free?
RB Logbook offers a 30-day free trial and is free for student pilots. After the trial, premium access costs €9.99/month or €99.99/year. A recent update removed the permanently free tier for new signups.
Can Wingman replace RosterBuster's logbook?
Yes, fully. Wingman handles all logbook functions including roster import, flight time tracking, currency monitoring, regulatory exports, and document storage. You would still use RosterBuster separately for crew chat and roster viewing if needed.
Does Wingman support more airlines than RB Logbook?
RB Logbook claims over 150 roster formats via the RosterBuster app. Wingman supports 150+ airlines via direct scheduling system integrations. Wingman's list is smaller but the direct connections tend to be more reliable than routing through a separate app.
Which app has better regulatory authority coverage?
Wingman covers more authorities. RB Logbook supports EASA, FAA, DGCA, and TCCA. Wingman adds FAA, EASA, GCAA (UAE), GACA (Saudi Arabia), UK CAA, NZCAA, HKCAD, and CASA (Australia), with over 50 export formats and direct eGCA upload for India.
Can I migrate my RB Logbook data to Wingman?
Yes. Wingman's team provides assisted migration from RB Logbook, handling the full data transfer so your flight history moves across without loss.
Does Wingman work on web browsers?
Yes. Wingman has a full web interface accessible from any PC, Mac, or laptop browser. RB Logbook does not offer a web version.
How much does Wingman cost compared to RB Logbook?
Wingman Pro is $59/year. RB Logbook is approximately $108/year (€99.99). Wingman is also free permanently for pilots under 250 hours, while RB Logbook removed its free tier for new users.
Is Wingman suitable for pilots under DGCA, GCAA, or GACA?
Yes. Wingman was specifically built with global pilots in mind and includes dedicated export formats for DGCA (India), GCAA (UAE), and GACA (Saudi Arabia), including direct eGCA upload for DGCA-licensed pilots
Does Wingman work offline?
Yes. You can log flights fully offline and your data syncs automatically when you reconnect to the internet.
Can I track my medical and certificate expiry dates in Wingman?
Yes. Wingman includes a licence and expiry tracking feature where you can store issue and expiry dates for all certificates, medicals, and endorsements, with custom advance notifications.
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