Constant WX Brief

Constant WX Brief

by David Lederman

97 ratings
7 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 22, 2020
  • January 17, 2024

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Plan your flights with instant weather summaries and personal minimums. Quickly view icing and turbulence forecasts to find optimal departure times and altitudes. Access up to 48 hours of hourly forecasts and 72 hours of downloaded data for offline use.

Instant weather summaries
Personal minimums support
Icing and turbulence viewer
Hourly forecasts up to 48 hours
Offline functionality
Supports phones and tablets
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What's New in Constant WX Brief

1.48

January 17, 2024

Bug fixes

User reviews

Excellent for VFR flight planning

No nonsense information. Exactly what you need to decide on a go-nogo for a VFR flight. The UX needs a bit of love but overall this app has been a massive help. If it wasn’t built already I’d build it :D

I do think iCloud syncing between devices would be a great help.

Update:
After a few xc flights, I wish I can rate above 5 stars. This app is AWESOME!
Please keep improving the UI. Functionality is superb and clearly shows very good insight into what a pilot really is looking for. No other app does this wx presented this well.
Please keep at it.
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Excellent for VFR flight planning

No nonsense information. Exactly what you need to decide on a go-nogo for a VFR flight. The UX needs a bit of love but overall this app has been a massive help. If it wasn’t built already I’d build it :D

I do think iCloud syncing between devices would be a great help.

Great idea but not as useful as one would think

The app takes a different approach to looking at the weather. Very innovative to look at weather along the route using time as a dimension. But the app has a few shortcomings. Using weather stations to predict the weather is only half the story. There are other weather products that can give you enroute and aloft weather, and not just rely on TAFs. route planning does not allow you to put in other navigational points like VOR stations.

Noticed a few bugs as well. The cross track distances are based on the direct route from origin to Destin nation. In the map view does not properly cycle through all of the departure times to refresh the station weather.

Overall good idea but I cannot recommend my students to use it because of the oversimplification of weather and some of the shortcomings.
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Good app could be great with a little bug squashing

The app does a good job of helping one visualize how the weather is evolving over the forecast. However it does get old being prompted to accept the agreement and re-setup the aircraft setting often.

Not accurate.

Use 1800wxbrief.com or aviationweather.gov for accurate weather information.

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FAQ

How often is Constant WX Brief updated?

Constant WX Brief was last updated on January 17, 2024, with version 1.48. This indicates a commitment to regular maintenance and improvements.

What devices can I use Constant WX Brief on?

Constant WX Brief is fully supported on iPhones and iPads, making it accessible on a wide range of Apple mobile devices.

Is Constant WX Brief suitable for younger users?

Yes, Constant WX Brief has an age rating of 4+, making it appropriate for users of all ages.

Can I use Constant WX Brief without an internet connection?

Absolutely. Once data is downloaded for up to 72 hours, all functionality is available offline, allowing for serious airplane mode use.

What makes Constant WX Brief's icing and turbulence viewer stand out?

It is described as the fastest and easiest viewer available, designed to help you find the best time and altitude for departure.

How does Constant WX Brief present weather information?

Weather is summarized using simple icons to make decision-making easier, alongside hourly forecasts for up to 48 hours.

What is the user sentiment for Constant WX Brief?

Users have rated Constant WX Brief highly, with an average of 4.8 stars from 97 ratings, suggesting strong user satisfaction.