# Aircraft Altimeter

> Photorealistic analog and digital aircraft altimeter simulation with GPS data. (iPhone/iPad app by iAware.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aircraft-altimeter/id300399956 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [iAware](https://appshunter.io/developer/300399959)
- Category: Navigation, Utilities
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 2.80/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 23 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 10 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2008-12-31
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aircraft-altimeter/id300399956/reviews.md

## What is Aircraft Altimeter?

This photorealistic altimeter simulates the analog altimeter commonly found in general aviation airplanes.   The meter movement is smooth and realistic.

See your current altitude in both analog and digital displays simultaneously.  Both displays can be configured independently to show either Meters or Feet.

The altimeter can be adjusted, similar to an actual unit, by touching the "Adj." knob on the analog display.

Also includes a pop-up display showing all information coming from the iPhone GPS, including latitude, longitude, speed, heading, and horizontal/vertical uncertainty.

The altitude information comes from your device's internal Barometer or GPS, which is somewhat limited.  If you use the barometer, there will be variations due to atmospheric conditions.   If you use the GPS technology, it will only work outdoors, with a clear view of the sky.   The altitude reading may be hundreds or even thousands off and may take a minute or two for the GPS to lock on to the satellites.  This program is intended for entertainment and/or educational purposes only.

This program will only work on a device which has a GPS.  Barometer mode requires a device with a barometric pressure sensor. 

Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

## Key features

- Photorealistic analog altimeter simulation
- Simultaneous analog and digital altitude display
- Configurable units (Meters/Feet)
- Adjustable altimeter knob
- Pop-up GPS information display
- Uses device Barometer or GPS

## Recent user reviews (10 of 23)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aircraft-altimeter/id300399956/reviews.md

### 1/5 — App appearance change

*2022-11-24, version 3.15*

This was a good app but lately it changed its appearance. It doesn’t seem to know how high above sea level it is. I might be missing something but tried it today and you had to have a local altimeter setting to tell you the hight above sea level. I would compare the gps hight against a pressure altimeter to see the difference. I hope this is fixed or you might as well scrap the app.

### 2/5 — Aircraft Airspeed IOS 12.1 Compatible?

*2018-10-31*

Is there any chance that the Aircraft Airspeed app can be made compatible for iOS 12.1?

These are by far the nicest aircraft gages out there. I own the other three, but it would sure be nice to have this one as well.

Can it be converted to 64 bit?

### 5/5 — Thanks for the update!

*2017-09-21*

I never deleted this app as I had been hoping for a compatible iOS update. Thanks for finally releasing one. Nicely done. 
Cheers!

### 1/5 — Altimeter

*2016-06-15*

The visual quality is Cr-- looks like a paper cut out.

### 1/5 — Acft alt not good

*2015-01-17*

1) Help has misspelled words - shows lack to pay attention to detail. 2) The Adjustment covers up the 3) what should be is a working Kohlmanns window. 3) Cannot fine tune the adjustment easily. 4) Since attempting to emulate an aircraft's altimeter, should have a "knots" unit for Speed (groundspeed since GPS derived). Without a working Kohlmann's window, the app is virtually useless as a trainer/emualtor.

### 1/5 — Horrible Display

*2014-10-26*

Made the mistake of putting this on iPad Air2. It has a horrible fuzzy, crude display. Nothing like the APP picture.

### 5/5 — Aviator

*2014-09-17*

Great app for us aviators.

### 1/5 — Doesn't work

*2013-09-28, version 3.11*

Looks nice but doesn't work because it can't find a GPS satellite.

### 5/5 — Great App!

*2013-01-13*

I love this app. It's as good as your iPhone's gps. Doesn't need cellular or wifi connection to work. It just won't work in airplane mode. I also have the Aircraft Speed and Aircraft Heading apps. They all work fine in the car. But this altimeter works well when whether moving or stationary. 5 stars.

### 1/5 — Works OK, BUT!!!

*2012-01-07*

Couple of days ago I was standing on the Ocean Beach Pier in San Diego. I pulled out the iPhone and tapped on Altimeter just for fun.  There I was, about 25 feet above the ocean water and Altimeter was saying that my altitude was over 700 feet! I waited, and then Altimeter asked if it could use my current location. Well, Duh! Why would I want the altitude at some other location? So I tapped OK. It then recalculated and told me I was at 274 feet altitude.  OK, closer, but still 250 feet off my actual altitude. So what is going on here? I waited a few more minutes, but Altimeter still insisted that I was 250 above my own head! But I did not feel like I was flying.

## Frequently asked questions about Aircraft Altimeter

### What devices does Aircraft Altimeter support?

Aircraft Altimeter is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It requires a device with GPS capabilities, and barometer mode requires a device with a barometric pressure sensor.

### How accurate is the altitude reading in Aircraft Altimeter?

Altitude readings are derived from the device's internal Barometer or GPS, which have limitations. GPS accuracy can vary, and readings may be off by hundreds or thousands of feet, especially with a poor sky view. It may take a minute or two for GPS to lock onto satellites.

### Can Aircraft Altimeter be used offline?

The app's core altimeter function may work offline if using the barometer. However, the GPS data display, which provides latitude, longitude, speed, and heading, requires an active GPS signal and a clear view of the sky, thus not fully offline.

### What is the age rating for Aircraft Altimeter?

Aircraft Altimeter has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and general audiences.

### How often is Aircraft Altimeter updated?

The latest version, 3.15, was released on December 18, 2017. While the app has not been updated recently, its core functionality as a simulator remains.

### What are the main differences between the analog and digital displays in Aircraft Altimeter?

Both displays show your current altitude, but they can be configured independently to show either Meters or Feet. The analog display mimics a traditional aircraft altimeter, while the digital display offers a numerical readout.

### Does Aircraft Altimeter consume a lot of battery?

Continued use of GPS running in the background, as utilized by the pop-up display, can dramatically decrease battery life. Users should be mindful of this when using the GPS features extensively.

### What is the purpose of the "Adj." knob in Aircraft Altimeter?

The "Adj." knob on the analog display allows you to adjust the altimeter, similar to how it is done on an actual aircraft unit. This feature enhances the realism of the simulation.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.15 — 2017-12-18

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Small update to properly identify hardware in iPhone X

### 3.14 — 2017-09-18

Updated for 64 bit compatability.
Added barometer based altimeter

### 3.13 — 2013-10-14

Fixed some iOS 7 related display issues
Minor graphic tweaks
Reduced CPU load

### 3.11 — 2013-09-24

Major refresh
Supports landscape or portrait orientation
Supports iPad and latest iPhone devices
Fixed crash problem with iOS 7

### 2.10 — 2011-08-06

1.  Compatible with latest iOS
3.  Improved graphics and animations
4.  Bug fixes with heading alert warning

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