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Celestial Navigator

Celestial Navigator

by Omar reis

5 ratings
7 reviews
⚽ Sports
🗺️ Navigation
Free

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Released
September 10, 2013
Updated
May 11, 2026

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Omar reis
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This app assists with celestial navigation training by providing a perpetual almanac, star finder chart with animation, and tools for calculating lines of position and meridian passages. It can utilize device sensors for real-time chart positioning, though a marine sextant is still required for actual navigation.

✓Perpetual almanac
✓Animated star finder chart
✓Line of position calculation
✓Meridian passage calculation
✓Real-time sensor integration
✓Celestial object data
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What's New in Celestial Navigator

4.0

May 11, 2026

Larger Texts. Minor corrections Updated Delta-T table Corrected link to open e-book with default browser

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Mario

I have using to practice celestial navigation problems ,its work very good Also using the artificial horizon in my back yard I can see the LOP in seconds and it help me to refine my skill with the sextant
I would like to use GMT hrs instead of Local Time in the calculations In the PC you have the option but not in the App
I like the Star finding
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22022malo

Interesting but needs work.

Not intuitive, star map jumps when trying to take sight, star names don’t register correctly upon taking sight.
OAOtherwise happy with app.

Excellent app

I have used Omar Reis PC software for celestial navigation and I have also been tring this IOS app and I like it a lot. Thank you.
Ooutlawuk

Ya funciona con iPad IOS9

Acaba de ser actualizado este programa y ahora funciona en mi iPad-2, actualizado a iOS 9.0.1.
WWMSt41

Worked great till IOS9

The app was great and worked beautifully till IOS9. So far it just quits right away as soon as the app is started. I hope it is fixed soon with an update.
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FAQ

Does Celestial Navigator have ads?

No, Celestial Navigator does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free application.

What devices support Celestial Navigator?

Celestial Navigator is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It offers the same features across all supported Apple platforms.

How often is Celestial Navigator updated?

The latest version, 3.6, was released on November 1, 2022. Previous updates have occurred periodically since its initial release in 2013.

What is the age rating for Celestial Navigator?

Celestial Navigator has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in celestial navigation.

What is the user rating for Celestial Navigator?

Celestial Navigator currently has a rating of 2.0 stars based on 3 user reviews. This indicates a mixed reception from its user base.

Can Celestial Navigator be used for actual navigation?

While Celestial Navigator can be used for training and calculations, a marine sextant is still required for actual celestial navigation. The app's sensors can aid in positioning the star finder chart in real-time for practice.

What kind of tutorial does Celestial Navigator offer?

Celestial Navigator includes an e-book that serves as a manual and a tutorial for celestial navigation. This resource helps users understand and utilize the app's features.