# FP5000 AUS LITE — For serious flight planning

> Australian flight planning tool with airport database and weather access. (iPhone/iPad app by Rob Slater.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fp5000-aus-lite/id694050393 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rob Slater](https://appshunter.io/developer/640936535)
- Category: Navigation, Travel
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 34 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-09-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fp5000-aus-lite/id694050393/reviews.md

## What is FP5000 AUS LITE?

Flight planner 5000 is our premium flight planning product for Australian where comprehensive and accurate flight planning is required. It is used extensively by private pilots thru to airline operators. Versions of the software offer coverage for Australia, New Zealand, Europe, Asia, North America and a WORLD version has coverage for the pacific region, Africa , Europe, Scandinavia, the UK, USA, Canada, Alaska, Russia and all international airports across the globe - over 40,000 airports/waypoints.

Features:

 * Extensive waypoint/airfield database including all NAVAIDS for Australia.
* VFR and IFR planning, including LSALTS.
* Graphical Weight & Balance.
* All IFR routes and NAVAIDS for Australia & New Zealand.
* Grid lowest safe altitudes for most of the world.
* Google Earth route map display.
* Over 280 sample aircraft included.
   
FP5000 Lite Functionality:

* Maximum of 5 saved flight plans and 5 waypoints in a flight plan for the Lite version.
* NAIPS access for weather & NOTAMS.

Its companion product, Flight Planner 3000, is available for Windows based PC's and is well established as a premium flight planning solution.

Privacy Policy: 
We strictly adhere to our policy relating the the privacy of personal information provided to us by our users. NO personal information will be provided to any other client or external party by us. 

Terms of Use: 
The software we distribute is provided as is and is not guaranteed to be completely accurate or error free at the time of distribution. We do our very best to ensure that the software operates according to accepted industry standards and that the data provided is as accurate as possible. Users should always check the results or information provided by this software prior to use.

## Key features

- Extensive waypoint/airfield database
- VFR and IFR planning
- Graphical Weight & Balance
- NAIPS access for weather & NOTAMs
- Google Earth route map display
- Sample aircraft included

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fp5000-aus-lite/id694050393/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Disappointing

*2014-03-30, version 1.2.0*

We were hoping this app would assist us in our transition to EFBs and reduce staff retraining being a similar interface to FP3000. Unfortunately there are a number of differences from FP3000 that have caused us to migrate. Fuel figures are often quite different to FP3000 despite the same detailed data being entered. Some of these errors can be explained by 5000 requesting a different GRIB forecast, others seem to be rounding errors, but not all can be accounted for. It has tried to keep the same interface, but reliance on the apple keyboard in some areas, eg segment detail wind, or the lack there of in others, eg flight level make it painful to use. Can't click ok after entering winds without hiding the keyboard, can't quickly change flight levels without hitting + 1000 times. Pro is overpriced while so clunky and clumsy. Disappointing all round

### 1/5 — Won't Open

*2014-03-12, version 1.2.0*

I can click on it, it flashes open for a moment then is shuts down.  Rubbish.

### 5/5 — FP Lite

*2013-11-24, version 1.1.0*

Great to see this on IOS. Easy to use and great for planning

### 1/5 — Unusable

*2013-09-25, version 1.0*

Has this been tested on iOS7? I can't load any aircraft or create a new aircraft. When the pop up window asks for a callsign, there is no way to enter one and tapping on "ok" just does the same as tapping "cancel".

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2013-09-24, version 1.0*

It's about time FP was available for iOS!! Few glitches with iOS 7 but I'm sure those will be ironed out in the next update.

## Frequently asked questions about FP5000 AUS LITE

### What is FP5000 AUS LITE?

FP5000 AUS LITE is a free flight planning application designed for Australian pilots. It provides essential tools for planning VFR and IFR flights, including an extensive airport database and weather information.

### What are the limitations of FP5000 AUS LITE?

The Lite version of FP5000 AUS LITE has a maximum of 5 saved flight plans and each flight plan can contain a maximum of 5 waypoints. For more extensive planning capabilities, users may consider the full version or companion products.

### Does FP5000 AUS LITE provide weather information?

Yes, FP5000 AUS LITE offers NAIPS access for obtaining current weather conditions and NOTAMs (Notices to Airmen), which are crucial for safe flight planning.

### Is FP5000 AUS LITE suitable for professional pilots?

The app is used by private pilots through to airline operators, indicating its suitability for professional use. However, users should always verify the accuracy of the information provided before flight.

### What devices does FP5000 AUS LITE support?

FP5000 AUS LITE is currently supported on iPads. It is not available for other devices like iPhones or Android tablets.

### How often is FP5000 AUS LITE updated?

The latest version is 4.22.1, last updated on December 25, 2025. This indicates a commitment to maintaining and improving the application with recent data and features.

### Does FP5000 AUS LITE have ads?

No, FP5000 AUS LITE does not contain advertisements. The application is free to download and use without any ad interruptions.

### What is the age rating for FP5000 AUS LITE?

FP5000 AUS LITE has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for users of all ages. This rating suggests no mature content is present within the application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.22.1 — 2025-12-25

Database updates and corrections

### 4.22.0 — 2025-11-24

Updated with the November 27th 2005 AIRAC data for VFR and IFR planning.
All Australian landing fees reviewed and updated.

### 4.21.0 — 2025-09-04

Updated with the September 4th AIRAC data for VFR and IFR planning

### 4.20.0 — 2025-06-11

Updated app data for the AIRAC 12th June updates

### 4.19.0 — 2025-03-17

Updated the Australian data for 20th March 2025 AIRAC data.
Numerous Australian IFR waypoint and route changes

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## More apps by Rob Slater

- [FP5000 AUS PRO](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fp5000-aus-pro/id694611090)
- [FP5000 NZ LITE](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fp5000-nz-lite/id770502089)
- [FP5000 NZ PRO](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fp5000-nz-pro/id770517262)
- [FP5000 WORLD Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fp5000-world-lite/id799376564)
- [FP5000 WORLD Pro](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fp5000-world-pro/id799404515)

All apps by Rob Slater: https://appshunter.io/developer/640936535

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