# ATC4Real Live — Real-time ATC simulator

> Real-time air traffic control simulator with realistic flight dynamics and airport management. (iPhone/iPad app by Luis Zaragoza.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/atc4real-live/id6447646272 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Luis Zaragoza](https://appshunter.io/developer/574057305)
- Category: Games, Simulation, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 98 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-04-25
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/atc4real-live/id6447646272/reviews.md

## What is ATC4Real Live?

Welcome to ATC4Real Live: Real-Time Air Traffic Control Simulator, the ultimate ATC simulator game for aviation enthusiasts! Experience the thrill of real-time air traffic control and live air traffic as you take on the role of an air traffic controller in this immersive and realistic simulator game.

With ATC4Real Live, you'll enjoy the most authentic air traffic control simulation experience available. Our game features realistic aircraft flight dynamics, real-life procedures, and real phraseology, which will make you feel like you're working in a real control tower. 

Control the busiest airports in the world with real data and experience the rush of coordinating arrivals and departures with the most accurate flight schedules.

Our ATC simulator also includes an arcade element to keep things exciting. Inflight and airport emergencies will keep you on your toes, and local VFR traffic could stress you out. With terrain render, you can avoid collisions and ensure safe landings and takeoffs.

Some of the key features of ATC4Real include:

• Real-time control of real flights as they happen in real life (Offline play available)
• Realistic aircraft flight dynamics
• Real-life procedures and phraseology
• Control flights at the world's top airports with real data
• Real world flights schedules
• A combination of the most realistic simulator with arcade fun
• Inflight emergencies and airport emergencies
• Management of local VFR traffic
• Career mode

If you're looking for an ATC simulator game that offers the most realistic and immersive experience available, ATC4Real is the perfect choice for you. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or have always dreamed of being an air traffic controller, this game will keep you engaged for hours. Experience the thrill of live air traffic control and become an expert in managing real-time air traffic!

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## Key features

- Real-time control of live flights
- Realistic aircraft flight dynamics
- Real-life procedures and phraseology
- Control top airports with real data
- Inflight and airport emergencies
- Career mode

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Live sessions - 1 week | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Live sessions - 1 month | $7.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Airport DLC LSZH / ZRH | $3.99 | one-time |
| Airport DLC EIDW / DUB | $3.99 | one-time |
| Airport DLC KJFK / JFK | $3.99 | one-time |
| Airport DLC KMIA / MIA | $3.99 | one-time |
| Airport DLC EGLL / LHR | $3.99 | one-time |
| Airport DLC RJAA / NRT | $3.99 | one-time |
| Airport DLC VIDP / DEL | $3.99 | one-time |
| Airport DLC KLAX / LAX | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/atc4real-live/id6447646272/reviews.md

### 1/5 — A step backwards

*2025-10-26, version 1.0.37*

Poor gameplay, clunky way to give instructions to aircraft. A step backwards from previous version.

### 3/5 — Won’t climb fast enough

*2025-04-15*

My only complaint is that I have to have planes fly a 360 degree turn to gain enough altitude to hand off to ctr.   Message keeps popping up asking why the airplane is taking so long to climb to elevation.

### 1/5 — cannot load the departure file

*2025-02-26, version 1.0.37*

cannot load the real time traffic because there is error

### 2/5 — Better, but…

*2025-02-04*

I am using the iOS version. My username wasn’t transferable from the previous app due to a change in username formatting rules. 
UI is better than the previous ATC4Real. 
Ads pop up at the wrong times (eg. when you’re about to view the contents of a black box following a crash, then it’s lost forever) and hang around way too long. 
Control towers still seem to be incompetent. (Clearing aircraft to takeoff, while another is landing, which now results in aircraft that have to go around running out of fuel and crashing.)
Speed and altitude restrictions are worse than the previous version and do not allow for the fact that all commands by the controller have to be issued through the UI rather than verbally, which takes longer.
Emergencies do not show up on radar, so the first you know of an emergency is when you get penalised for not responding to it!
If you accidentally touch the edge of the screen and your phone’s notification/control panel screen begins to swipe in the game auto pauses AND penalises you for it. 
Come on … these are all bugs that should’ve been fixed in a beta version.

### 2/5 — Way too many crashes

*2024-12-13*

The game crashes way way too much it can use some more work!

### 3/5 — Glitch with the Strip

*2023-11-16*

Love the game but there seems to be a glitch in the latest update. The strip will say something like MTBAL > PIAAZ for a departure but when I direct the plane to that route, it says it’s not trying to go that way. I’ll allow it to go to another waypoint but then Center won’t accept it because it’s the “wrong” altitude, even though it’s correct for the waypoint the plane was flying. Sounds like a discrepancy between the pilot and the flight plan :)

## Frequently asked questions about ATC4Real Live

### What is ATC4Real Live?

ATC4Real Live is a real-time air traffic control simulator game that allows players to manage flights at busy airports. It features realistic flight dynamics, procedures, and real-world flight data.

### Does ATC4Real Live have ads?

Yes, ATC4Real Live contains advertisements. This is common for free-to-play simulation games that offer in-app purchases.

### Can I play ATC4Real Live offline?

Yes, offline play is available for ATC4Real Live, allowing you to practice your air traffic control skills even without an internet connection.

### What kind of emergencies can I expect in ATC4Real Live?

ATC4Real Live includes inflight emergencies and airport emergencies, adding an arcade element to the realistic simulation. You'll also manage local VFR traffic which can be stressful.

### What are the subscription options for ATC4Real Live?

ATC4Real Live offers subscription plans for 'Live sessions' with a 7-day free trial. Options include a 1-week subscription for $2.99 and a 1-month subscription for $7.99.

### What is the age rating for ATC4Real Live?

ATC4Real Live has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players interested in aviation and simulation.

### How often is ATC4Real Live updated?

The latest version of ATC4Real Live is 1.0.37, and it was last updated on November 15, 2023. Updates typically bring improvements and new content to the game.

### What devices support ATC4Real Live?

ATC4Real Live is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, offering a versatile gaming experience across Apple's mobile platforms.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.37 — 2023-11-15

- European arrivals init fixes optimized for South American airports.
- Procedure name highlighted when selected in the procedure selector.
- Improved visibility of symbol legends on tablets when zooming.

### 1.0.36 — 2023-09-27

- Pre-flight altitudes and speeds optimized.
- Initial speeds and altitudes for arrivals optimized.
- Fixed the issue where the new departure tag was shown when transferred to APP while zoomed out.
- B767-400 is now recognized as a heavy aircraft.
- Fixed the airprox warning triggered during parallel landings.
- Optimized the position of the exit fix altitude legend.
- Exit fix altitude legend position optimized.

### 1.0.35 — 2023-06-02

- Optimized spawn position for intercontinental flights.
- Standardized procedure names.
- UTC offset now allows for half-hour increments.

### 1.0.34 — 2023-05-15

Hot fix: Loading session crash

### 1.0.33 — 2023-05-10

DLC store listing bug fixed

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## More apps by Luis Zaragoza

- [ATC4Real Pro Vol.9](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/atc4real-pro-vol9/id944704481)
- [ATC4Real](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/atc4real/id958799414)

All apps by Luis Zaragoza: https://appshunter.io/developer/574057305

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