IFR Simulator: Holding Trainer
IFR Simulator: Holding Trainer Summary
IFR Simulator: Holding Trainer is a with in-app purchases iOS app in Games by Tobias Maihoff. Released in Nov 2022 (3 years ago). It has 121 ratings with a 4.39★ (good) average. Based on AppGoblin estimates, it reaches roughly 280 monthly active users and generates around $<10K monthly revenue (100% IAP / 0% ads). Store metadata: updated Mar 25, 2026.
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Store info: Last updated on App Store on Mar 25, 2026 .
4.39★
Ratings: 121
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App Description
Trusted by thousands of IFR pilots worldwide, IFR Flight Simulator is the aviation simulator and pilot training app built for realistic, effective instrument rating preparation on your phone. Master essential IFR procedures anytime, anywhere—perfect for student pilots working toward their instrument rating or experienced pilots keeping their skills sharp with convenient aviation training.
Why Pilots Love IFR Flight Simulator:
• Realistic Aviation Training: Experience authentic IFR procedures and flight navigation directly from your smartphone—no complex setups needed.
• Confidence & Convenience: Train holdings, intercepts, and IFR approaches on the go, building the skills you need for your instrument rating.
• Real-time Flight Simulation: Fly procedures with realistic physics and instrumentation, featuring the Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Navigation Display (ND).
Key Features:
Worldwide Flight Navigation Database:
• 5000+ Airports globally available for your aviation training.
• Over 11,000 VORs, NDBs, and navigational aids for extensive flight navigation practice.
Comprehensive Training Modes:
• Holding Trainer: Practice randomized holdings, calculate entries, and wind correction angles.
• Intercept Trainer: Master inbound and outbound radial and QDM/QDR intercepts, sharpening your navigation precision.
Real-Time Flight Simulator:
• Integrated autopilot for precise training, or fly manually by tilting your device for hands-on experience.
• Fast-forward mode to efficiently review or retry procedures.
• Replay and analyze your flight path with clear map visuals to reinforce learning.
• Live Map: See your flight path in real-time on the map as you fly, enhancing situational awareness.
• Live Needle Overlay: See how your HSI and CDI needles move relative to the tuned VOR or NDB on your navigation display.
• Optimal Holding Entry Path Overlay: See how the actual holding entry and holding flight track looks when applying the holding entry procedure and the calculated wind-correction angles. See how the wind shapes every leg and turn.
Effective Skill Building:
• Quickly calculate mental IFR math without pen and paper.
• Perfectly suited for instrument rating prep, simulator screenings, instrument flight training, and airline interview preparations.
User Reviews:
• "An incredible training tool for practicing holds, V