# C172 Performance — For Cessna 172

> Flight performance calculator for Cessna 172 and 150 aircraft. (iPhone/iPad app by POH Performance L.L.C..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c172-performance/id741721884 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [POH Performance L.L.C.](https://appshunter.io/developer/641403529)
- Category: Utilities, Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 52 App Store ratings · 30 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2013-11-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-06
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c172-performance/id741721884/reviews.md

## What is C172 Performance?

C172 Performance computes all the useful performance numbers for flight planning for Cessna model 172 and 150 aircraft. It includes calculations for takeoff, landing, climb, cruise, descent, instrument procedures as well as emergencies. It also includes an interactive hold calculator, a risk analysis tool, and an emergency glide distance calculator that handles head and tailwinds.

C172 Performance is also available on other mobile devices and as a WebApp (an App that runs in a browser) that runs on a variety of platforms (PC, Mac, tablets, phones). The cloud sync feature allows flight planning profiles entered on any device to be synchronized with your other devices when connected to the Internet.

C172 Performance is a free, open-source development effort and has Apps and WebApps for other aircraft. See http://pohperformance.com for complete details.

## Key features

- Takeoff and landing calculations
- Climb, cruise, and descent performance
- Instrument procedure planning
- Emergency scenario calculations
- Interactive hold calculator
- Emergency glide distance calculator
- Cloud sync for flight plans

## Recent user reviews (10 of 30)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c172-performance/id741721884/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Very functional and intuitive!

*2026-07-06, version 4.4.14*

Thank you for simplifying WB and other preparational requirements.
Do you think it might be possible to locally add airports to the database that don’t meet the requirements? My home base has a grass runway for which i need to enter the details manually every time.
Thank you :))

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2026-02-10*

I don’t write reviews. Take it from a stranger. This APP is awesome. I’m not sure how it doesn’t have a million downloads. Let me be a test dummy for the future products I know you’ll make. Great work

### 5/5 — Safety

*2026-01-19*

Great app for calculating takeoff performance.

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2025-04-13*

This is actually so useful

### 5/5 — Great App!

*2025-03-20*

I was looking for a weight and balance app. This app gives you so much more as it notes in the title “Performance “.  I fly multiple 172s and adding the specifics of a particular aircraft is easy and straightforward . I like the pull of airports and live data and the risk assessment is a nice bonus feature.

### 5/5 — Great, thank you.

*2025-03-20*

Appreciate it. Helpful.

### 5/5 — Awesome Flight Performance app!

*2023-06-12*

I use this app on every flight with my 1975 C172. A reliable app and it provides the info a pilot needs for planning and during flight. I took the time to hand calc the parameters of my flights to verify agreement with the app a few times, and not once did I get a difference. Highly recommend it!

### 5/5 — Best W&B App out there

*2023-04-20*

I have used many different apps and this is by far the best one. I fly a Bonanza and this is such an essential part of my flight planning. I also use the app for my commercial training in a 172 and now my multi in a Baron. Keep up the great work, and thank you for all the hard work. You have many fans!!!

### 5/5 — Great App For Pilots

*2022-11-19*

I am currently a student pilot and had to do my first few weight and balance calculations by hand. After that I was allowed to use electronic means of calculating performance. This app has everything you need in one easy to use interface. I use this before all of my flights now and would highly recommend this app to any other pilots!

### 5/5 — Nothing short of an amazing app ..they just need to make a nicer App icon

*2022-09-17*

This is a truly amazing and ultra useful app saving you tones of time and making your old convoluted POH useful again. Most importantly you can finally fly safely without having to scratch your head for hours figuring out how to use performance data from your old POH which was never made for the digital era. A million the authors of the app. ..the only thing I’d change is the App icon which makes the app look old and shabby on the App Store page..I think a refresh would help increase downloads. Also I would recommend that the author sends the app for review by aviation bloggers. I think they would promote it for free…such a great app!

**Developer response:** Thanks for the complements. The app is free and the source code is published to foster a community effort. It's all volunteers, so we don't have a graphics or social media department. If you have recommendations of aviation bloggers to contact, please send them to info@pohperformance.com.

## Frequently asked questions about C172 Performance

### What does C172 Performance do?

C172 Performance computes essential flight performance numbers for flight planning specifically for Cessna model 172 and 150 aircraft. It covers a wide range of calculations including takeoff, landing, climb, cruise, descent, instrument procedures, and emergency scenarios.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include detailed calculations for takeoff, landing, climb, cruise, and descent. It also offers tools for instrument procedures, emergencies, an interactive hold calculator, and an emergency glide distance calculator that accounts for wind. Cloud sync is available to synchronize flight plans across devices.

### Is C172 Performance free to use?

Yes, C172 Performance is a free, open-source development effort. While the app itself is free, it does display advertisements. There are no in-app purchases mentioned.

### What aircraft models does this app support?

This specific version of the app is designed for Cessna model 172 and 150 aircraft. The developers also offer apps and WebApps for other aircraft models, which can be found on their website.

### Can I use my flight plans on different devices?

Yes, the app features a cloud sync capability. When connected to the internet, flight planning profiles entered on any device running the app or WebApp will be synchronized with your other connected devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.4.15 — 2026-07-07

- Fixed bugs in TAE Diesel engine option data.
- Fixed bugs in C150M, C172, C172A,B,C,N and R data.
- Fixed bugs in C172RG and CR172K data.
- Updated the airport database.

### 4.4.14 — 2026-03-03

- Fixed a bug in displayable area on certain mobile devices.
- Updated the airport database.

### 4.4.13 — 2025-12-06

- Fixed a bug that prevented adjustment for sloped or grass runways on departure.
- Fixed a bug where the Android keyboard causes resize events.
- Updated the airport database.

### 4.4.12 — 2025-10-24

- Fixed a bug in setting the climb gradient units on the Approach Procedures.
- Updated the airport database.

### 4.4.11 — 2025-08-21

Updated the airport database.

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