Calculate precise feet-per-minute (FPM) descent rates for optimal approach and landing. Accounts for ground speed, distance, altitude, wind, and deceleration. Includes aircraft profiles and go-around alerts.
2.1.1
June 11, 2026
Improved user experience and fixed some bugs.
1 year premium access
$12.99
Lifetime
Lifetime one-time payment Premium
Descent Optimizer is a utility app designed to calculate the ideal feet-per-minute (FPM) descent rate for pilots. It helps ensure a stabilized approach and timely arrival at the target altitude.
It takes into account your ground speed, distance to go, and altitude difference. The app then calculates the required descent rate, factoring in aircraft performance, wind, and deceleration distance.
Descent Optimizer offers four realistic aircraft categories: Training (Cessna 172, Piper Cherokee), Turboprop (King Air, ATR 72), Regional Jet (CRJ 700, Embraer E175), and Airliner (Boeing 737, Airbus A320).
Yes, Descent Optimizer is built for the cockpit and does not require an internet connection to operate, making it reliable in all flight conditions.
The free version offers essential calculations. Premium unlocks fine-grained adjustments for speed, distance, and altitude, allowing for maximum precision in all parameters.
Descent Optimizer offers two premium subscription plans: Monthly Premium for $6.99 and Yearly Premium for $34.99, providing access to advanced features.
No, Descent Optimizer does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free, ensuring an uninterrupted user experience for pilots.
Descent Optimizer is available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, offering convenient access to its features across multiple Apple devices.
