AirPlanPro: Holding, crosswind 2.1.102

This application serves as an invaluable tool for pilots seeking to improve their mental calculation skills and enhance their flight planning capabilities. By utilizing this app, users can prepare for simulator sessions or actual flight operations effectively, ultimately optimizing their training time and resources.

The app features concise explanations for each section, followed by a practice area that generates random questions. Users have the flexibility to modify several sections to match their personal preferences regarding question generation.

The following key areas are covered:

• Calculator:
• • Cross/Headwind:
    • Simple calculations for crosswind and headwind conditions.
    • Profile creation for runway conditions accommodating various flap settings across multiple aircraft.
    • Visual representation indicating compliance with flap limits.
• EASA Alternate Planning Minima:
• • A straightforward method for determining necessary alternate planning minima.
• Holding Entry and Correction:
• • Guidance on entering holding patterns, including direct, offset, or parallel options.
  • Calculation of correction angles and time necessary to adjust for wind conditions.
  • Support for both VOR radial and inbound courses, with options for right and left holdings.
• Temperature Correction:
• • Facilitates temperature correction calculations for multiple points simultaneously.
• Descent Profile:
• • Estimation of top-of-descent point along with feet-per-minute calculations.
• MDR - Crosswind and Headwind:
• • Three methodologies for calculating crosswind and headwind scenarios, along with adjustable wind speed ranges.
  • Options to manage visual aids regarding wind conditions and tailwind allowances.
• Holding Entry:
• • Comprehensive learning of holding pattern entries that include visual representations and timed fade-outs of questions.
• Opposite Track Calculations:
• • A quick approach to calculating opposite tracks with visual aids available.
• Wind & Time Correction:
• • Detailed calculations for wind and time corrections in holding patterns, adjustable per wind speed range with timed question fading.
• Speed Factor:
• • A guide to calculating speed factors with visual support options.
• Multi Questions:
• • The ability to practice multiple scenarios simultaneously with specific settings tailored to each practice area.

If you have any feature requests or encounter any bugs, please reach out via email at [email protected]. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.

This app represents a significant resource for pilots aiming to refine their skills efficiently while grounded, ensuring that their time in the air is dedicated to the practical application of their training. Enjoy your practice!