2017-04-06
Does much more than wind!
They should rename this app because it does sos much more than winds. Maybe: Aviation calculator?
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#59 in Top Paid iPad Apps > Utilities
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Description
Featured in Flying Magazine July 2012 "8 Great Aviation Apps"!
Reviewed favorably on AOPA Flight Planning App Roulette 20 Nov 2012
Designed by an airline pilot, Spin-a-Wind calculates wind components, temperatures, altitudes and airspeeds.
The headwind (tailwind) and crosswind components are based on the runway, and reported wind direction and speed. If the airport has parallel runways, using the runway number closest to the actual magnetic heading of the runway gives the most accurate results. The result is also displayed graphically. Crosswind and tailwind components are rounded up, while the headwind component is rounded down, making sure that all results depict the worst case. To instantly change to the opposite (reciprocal) runway, tap the runway number at the far end.
Spinning reels are used to make your selections. No keyboard is necessary. Results of calculations are displayed instantly when the last reel stops. The app was designed for one handed use, and ease of operation.
The second item on the tab bar links you to a page with temperature conversions. Enter the temperature in degrees Celsius, and instantly the Fahrenheit conversion is displayed, as well as the chill factor in °C and °F using the NWS Wind Chill index used by the U.S. and Canada. (note: the NWS Wind Chill index is not valid for greater than 50°F or less than 3 mph of wind. Relative Humidity and Heat Stress Index are calculated using the entered Dewpoint Temperature.
The third item deals with altitudes, metric, pressure altitude and density altitude. Density altitude is diaplayed for assumed dry air, and also moist air (based upon the temp/dewpoint spread entered in the temperature page.
The fourth item is the Airspeed Calculator. It uses equations for TAS, mach, and speed of sound. The equations used will be accurate even for the higher speeds of jet aircraft.
The fifth item on the tab bar moves the view to the settings page. Here, you can set your display speed units (kts, mph, kph) and pressure units(inHg, hPa, mb) as well as the threshold points where the wind results turn amber (caution zone) and red (aircraft limits).
What's New in Version 2.7.1
Updated code and design to iOS 8. Redesigned Info/settings page. Added user selection for wind direction arrow (like weather vane), or wind vector arrow (like wind sock).
Seller
Name
Leonard Robinson
Information
Developer
Categories
Version
2.7.1
Size
10.7 MB
Game Center
No
VPP Device Licensing
Yes
Rating
Rated: 4+
Compatibility
iOS 6.0 or later
Devices
iPad mini 3 (Cellular), iPad Air (Cellular), iPad mini Retina (Cellular), iPad mini 4 (Cellular), iPad mini 3, iPad Pro (11-inch), iPad Air 2, iPad (6th generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (5th Generation) Wi-Fi, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro (11-inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation), iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (10.5-inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, iPad Pro (Cellular), iPad Pro (9.7-inch) (Cellular), iPad Pro (9.7-inch), iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 5s, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XR, iPhone SE, iPhone 6, iPhone XS Max, iPad Pro (10.5-inch), iPhone XS, iPad mini (5th Generation), iPad (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro, iPod touch (6th Generation), iPad Air, iPad Air 2 (Cellular), iPad mini 4
Languages
English
App Store: Customer Ratings
Ratings & Reviews
4.5 of 5 (40 Ratings)
App Store: Customer Reviews
2016-06-21
Great just needs a slight tweak
The app is really good all it needs is an update that makes the runway degrees not in 10s and just make it 1 degree 2 degree 3 degree ect ect
2016-03-29
M
SUPER!!! BUY IT. You will love it
2016-03-03
This is a great app!
Ok, for the constructive criticism ...the graphics are a little cheesy. We don't need the lined paper look or the textures, but this app has everything necessary. The size of some of the graphics may seem large (note to developer: NEVER change the size or functionality to something slick ...just lose the colored textures). I used this app today while flying in turbulence on an iPad mini. The conditions were gusty and even while bouncing around I was able to quickly and efficiently determine my crosswind component. I have since explored this app further and set caution and limit wind values for my aircraft. I am not into emojis, but two thumbs up for this app.
2016-01-23
Captain
Great app!!!! I'm a Captain for a legacy major airline and I use this every day that I fly. Thanks.
2015-11-24
Crosswind
Does not allow runway heading in single degrees.
2015-08-22
Outstanding Aviation App!
A modern day Wiz Wheel for pilots with smart phones. It is functional for all pilots from the General Aviation student to the professional airline pilot. A must have for your electronic Kit Bag!
2015-07-25
Great App For Pilots
This handy provides easy access to crosswind speeds, density altitudes and other useful info. Intuitive and easy to use.
2013-07-07
Great!
Really good calculator. Quick and easy, works great. Well done!
2013-02-01
Professional airline pilot
Awesome time saver. Use it routinely, so should you.
2013-01-31
Great App
This App is a great App that my husband and I use alot when flying. We downloaded the Upgrade which stopped the App from flipping when we turned the IPAD. I emailed the software designer/owner about the problem and received an immediate response. As well as, he went above and beyond by notifying me when the problem was fixed. Highly recommend this App.
2013-01-30
Version 2.5.1 fixes Bug in Version 2.5
This is again a 5 star app. The update fixed the Ipad 2 Bug that would not let it rotate and in some cases would not fit the screen. Support was great fix was quick. This is the perfect app for determining crosswind component when that is a concern.
2013-01-28
good, functional app but...
i'm running iOS 6.0.1 on an iPad 2 and am experiencing the same page cropping issues as some of the other reviewers. the app itself is excellent and useful, but with the display in it's current buggy condition, it is less-than-optimal...
in my particular case, the strange cropping issues only affect the "wind", "temp" and "info" modes. the "altitude" and "airspeed" modes are unaffected by this anomaly.
a quick fix/update would be much appreciated!
2013-01-27
Bad upgrade
App won't rotate with iPad. Displayed info extends beyond screen edge and cannot be pulled into view. DO NOT UPGRADE!
2012-09-10
Great app!
I've used this app for a couple of years now. Always works quickly and easily. When it's close to limits I leave it out for a quick reference
2012-03-08
Great App
As a Airline Pilot, this APP, is great, just 1 thing , plz add a GUST, column, regards
2011-12-12
Cool program
Worth a few bucks for this.
2011-11-02
Fails to load
Every other time I try to use this, it doesn't do anything. Only solution is to delete and re-install. Terrible app!
2011-10-25
great customer support
great for a couple weeks..then icon gone..great customer support..found it hidden in another app icon..quick tail/cross wind reference even in "airplane mode"..to satisfy the feds.
recommend.....
2011-07-27
Great info, easy to use.
As a pilot for a major US airline, I appreciate the functionality and ease of use of this fine app. Loads of info and very intuitive.
2011-07-11
Great app... hoping for expansion!
Love this app... The only thing that would make it even better is to add fuel gallons to pounds conversions. Waddya think??? How about an update to add that? Pleeeeeeeease.
2011-04-28
Spin-a-Wind..RECOMMENDED!
I am a Capt. For AA and I love this app. It is laid out very intuitively.
I use it to quickly check the data I derive from the manual. It also has useful conversion for temps, speed, etc.
This is a must for your iPad.
Fastmetal
2011-01-20
Spin-a-Wind
Great app. Pilot friendly and very easy to use. A must have for expeditious crosswind and tailwind calculations.
2010-07-07
Recommended
Simple, intuitive, useful. Better than the other wind/crosswind apps available.
2010-06-30
Great app for pilots
Great app for crosswind values AND some other cool aviation related stuff. The wind chill calculator is awesome too. As an airline pilot, I use this all the time.
2010-04-12
Highly Recommend
Great app. Very easy to use. I would recommend it for any pilot.
2009-11-25
Pilotslog
Great program... Simple!!! Nothing fancy to get in the way... Very useful