AFI Explorer

Name: AFI Explorer
Rating: 4.7 (198 reviews)
Author: William Walker

by William Walker

iPhone · iPad

Active Last checked 31 Jul 2026

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What it is: Store information collected; independent summary not yet available.
At a glance: $1.99

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Official categories

Reference
Utilities

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Key functions

Function	Availability	Access	Scope	Evidence
Family Sharing	Yes	Unknown	App Store	Store published

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Price: $1.99

Last verified 31 Jul 2026

Ratings & reviews

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4.7 198 ratings · App Store

5/5Great for Supervisors, Flight Chiefs, and Program Managers.
I use this platform as a Flight Chief and when I fill in as SEL. It helps me research a program quickly as well as provides quick access to our standards and discipline. The search feature is solid and I love the highlighting capabilities. I do caution the use of the chat function. Ever so often it will give a false message on how the regulation reads. So when you do use it make sure you double check it before referencing it to your troops or putting it in a Staff Summary Sheet. Overall, I’m very pleased with this app and hope it continues to receive support funding and upgrades.

eworth23!! · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Well done
This is great, thank you for helping improve the accessibility and ease of use of AFIs. My only suggestion is to possibly add the ability to access a chapter view while scrolling in the PDF, instead of having to scroll all the way back to the top. Awesome work.

seantera · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Great app. Hero that we needed.
Well done with this app. Constantly having to dig in the policy at work, so this is helpful on the go. Feature requests: 1. Ability to search whole words, case sensitive, etc. Few of my regulars use single alphabetical policy. (ex. X event, letter of X, etc. etc.) 2. Bookmark/highlighter features. If highlighting something it would be nice to see what was highlighted solely or bookmark frequently reference sections after highlighting or something similar. Exporting those highlights. 3. Chapter searching, without having to scroll to the top. Love to see how this app evolves. Thanks!

Parkster21 · 31 Jul 2026
5/5New Version is Awesome
This new version is amazing! So many pubs instantly accessible! Also ChatAFI is great! Now I can get simple answers about regs instead of scrolling through thousands of pages! This app is a must have for any Air Force member!

Jack-Shadow-Attack · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Simple and useful
Good work, love seeing Airmen put their talent to good use to make us better. Thanks for a simple easy to use application, especially considering e-pubs has been down recently.

Senior JD · 31 Jul 2026

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Versions

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0.1.0
0.1.1
This update fixes an issue where the app would crash immediately on start. All Space Force and Air National Guard publications have been removed for the time being. A connection error will now show you when cached results are being shown instead of live results from e-publishing.af.mil. Please send feedback to [email protected]
0.2.0
This update adds initial support for search within documents. More updates and features to come.
0.3.0
This update includes bug fixes and implements a new feature to favorite publications.
0.3.1
new secure endpoint mirror for data reliability
1.0
This update includes a new information button for each publication to show the last action and date.
1.0.1
This update fixes an issue where the search function would not work. It also includes bug fixes and general app performance improvements.
1.0.2
- New feedback form - Enable multi-window support on iPad - New onboarding feature highlights - Bug fixes and general performance improvements
1.1.0
- minor UX/UI improvements - stability improvements and bug-fixes
1.2
This update includes: - Improved search feature lets you search through each publication by keyword, and tabulate the results. Similar to "ctrl + f" on your PC. - MAJCOM supplements now included! - AFROTC publications now included! - New sharing feature lets you use pubs across different apps - 'Text View' is a revolutionary new way to read publications, scaled to fit your device - Support for macOS - Bug fixes and general improvements Keep the feedback coming! Send suggestions to [email protected]. Please consider leaving a review if you find this app helpful!
2.0
This update includes sever bug fixes and general improvements. New features include: - Publications are now opened using QuickLook to provide improved usability - Use Markup to edit, highlight, and change publications - Favorites are now downloaded locally to the device for offline viewing. You can re-sync each downloaded publication at your convenience. - Improved feedback and support page - Optimized for iOS/iPadOS 15
2.0.1
Thank you for using AFI Exploer! To support continued development and updates, please consider sharing your feedback and buying me a coffee (tap the Information icon to select an in-app purchase). This update includes severe bug fixes and general improvements. New features include: - Publications are now opened using QuickLook to provide improved usability - Use Markup to edit, highlight, and change publications - Favorites are now downloaded locally to the device for offline viewing. You can re-sync each downloaded publication at your convenience. - Improved feedback and support page - Optimized for iOS/iPadOS 15
2.1
- Improved icon
3.0
AFI Explorer is back with enhanced capabilities to streamline your Air Force publication access on iOS. Dive into the latest update where efficiency meets innovation, tailored for our Air Force personnel. What’s New: ChatAFI: Explore the new, powerful AI features in AFI Explorer! Chat with AI assistants that are trained on popular publications. Stay tuned for expanded document support! Enhanced Search Engine: Locate the exact AFI you need with our improved search functionality. Navigate through the vast library with ease and precision. Personalized Favorites: Mark and manage your go-to publications with our simplified favorites feature, ensuring the information you need is always at your fingertips. Real-Time Updates: Stay informed with immediate synchronization to the e-publishing website, ensuring you have the latest version of each publication the moment it's available. Expanded Library: Access an extensive array of publicly releasable Air Force departmental publications and MAJCOM supplements directly through the app. User-Centric Design: Experience a seamless interface with user-driven enhancements, optimized for both new and experienced users. Your feedback is the cornerstone of our continuous improvement. Use the in-app feedback feature or drop us a line at [email protected] to share your insights. Embrace the evolution of publication access with AFI Explorer – your trusted companion for up-to-date Air Force guidance.
3.1
This update introduces a fully refactored implementation of ChatAFI, along with several security and performance improvements.
4.0.0
AFI Explorer has been rebuilt from the ground up for iOS 26 and macOS 26: • New AI Answers Tab: Ask questions about popular publications and get instant, intelligent responses • Redesigned Home Screen: Beautiful new interface featuring quick access to recently opened and updated publications • Enhanced Library View: Streamlined organization makes finding and managing publications easier than ever • Improved Search: Faster, more accurate search across the entire publication catalog • Modern Navigation: Refined tab-based interface optimized for both iPhone and Mac • Better Performance: Faster app launch, smoother scrolling, and improved responsiveness throughout • macOS Stability: Fixed navigation crashes and improved reliability on Mac
4.1.0
We've made AFI Explorer better with improvements and fixes: Added comprehensive UI testing to ensure a smoother experience Enhanced error handling throughout the app for better reliability Publications now automatically refresh when you launch the app Fixed text overflow issues in publication cards for cleaner display Updated app icon with a fresh new look Thank you for using AFI Explorer! We're constantly working to improve your experience.
4.2.0
- AI-powered answers now display with rich markdown formatting for a cleaner, easier-to-read experience - Discover trending publications right from the Home tab with our new Popular Publications section - Squashed bugs and polished up the app icon
4.3.0
- You can now discover related publications right from any publication’s detail page - Source cards are now fully tappable for easier navigation - Improved card layouts for a more consistent, polished look - Various UI refinements for better alignment with Apple’s Human Interface Guidelines
4.4.0
improve support for pub citations
4.5.0
Bug fixes and security improvements
4.6.0 · 21 Apr 2026
You can now sort your saved publications in the library — find what you’re looking for faster, your way. Loading states now appear when opening bookmarks and detail views, so the app always feels responsive while content loads. Under the hood, I’ve made networking, downloads, and app launch more reliable.

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