# Global Airport Database — Airport Navigational Database

> Global airport and runway navigational database with location and orientation data. (iPhone/iPad app by Waterline Software.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-airport-database/id1397829589 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Waterline Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1020941998)
- Category: Reference, Navigation
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 25 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-07-24
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-airport-database/id1397829589/reviews.md

## What is Global Airport Database?

Global Airports is a worldwide database of over 5000 of the world's principle airports and their runways permitting location and orientation through the medium of Google® Maps.  Within this application the scope of  'principle airports'  is defined as those facilities that have both an IATA and an ICAO designator indicating that they are recognised as significant by both organisations.  This database contains many locations ranging from major international airports to airstrips on coral islands to isolated dirt strips in the jungle.

The database contains the following fields:

    - International name
    - Local name
    - IATA 3-letter code - like'JFK'
    - ICAO 4-letter code - like 'KJFK'
    - Country
    - Region (EUR / PAC / ASI / AMR)
    - UTC Time Zone
    - Runway threshold coordinates*
    - Landing Distance Available (metres)*

*Where supplied

Fields can be searched individually without the need to employ wildcard characters or some useful group searches are already supplied.  Where runway information is published the threshold Lat/Long coordinates for each runway can be viewed on a satellite image of the airfield.   In map or satellite view the airport 'tower' or runway 'windsock' markers may be touched to reveal the precise Lat/Long coordinates.   For the interest of the enthusiast this database also contains locations of historically significant civil and military airports that are now closed.

The 'City Pair' presentation depicts the great-circle track from the selected airport to a given destination.   The flight time between the two airports is calculated for a typical jet airliner cruising at 480kts in still air.

The information contained in this database is supplied for general interest only.  It is compiled from uncontrolled sources whose continuing accuracy cannot be guaranteed so should not be relied upon for operational use.

## Key features

- Database of 5000+ principle airports
- Runway location and orientation
- Google Maps integration
- IATA and ICAO designators
- Runway threshold coordinates
- City Pair flight time calculation
- Historical airport locations

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-airport-database/id1397829589/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Does exactly what it says.

*2019-12-02*

I was confused by the longitude, latitude being displayed as four digits and a decimal place.  So I contacted the developer and learned that is the official method of displaying hoursMinutes in the GPS, Boeing and Airbus systems. 
So, I confirmed that and am happy with the information provided. 
I suppose the developer might allow a user to tap the coordinates to toggle between formats, and copy the results.  That would be perfect.

## Frequently asked questions about Global Airport Database

### What information does Global Airport Database provide about airports?

Global Airport Database provides international and local names, IATA and ICAO codes, country, region, UTC time zone, runway threshold coordinates, and landing distance available. It also includes historical airport locations.

### Can I see runway information on a map in Global Airport Database?

Yes, where runway information is published, the threshold Lat/Long coordinates for each runway can be viewed on a satellite image. You can also touch airport 'tower' or runway 'windsock' markers on the map to reveal precise coordinates.

### Does Global Airport Database calculate flight times?

Yes, the 'City Pair' presentation depicts the great-circle track between two selected airports and calculates the flight time for a typical jet airliner cruising at 480kts in still air.

### Is the information in Global Airport Database suitable for operational use?

No, the information is supplied for general interest only and is compiled from uncontrolled sources. Its continuing accuracy cannot be guaranteed and it should not be relied upon for operational use.

### What devices is Global Airport Database compatible with?

Global Airport Database is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How much does Global Airport Database cost?

Global Airport Database is a paid application, priced at $1.99.

### When was Global Airport Database last updated?

Global Airport Database was last updated on December 6, 2022, with version 1.0.5.

### What is the age rating for Global Airport Database?

Global Airport Database has an age rating of 4+.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.5 — 2022-12-06

iOS 16 Bugfix

### 1.0.3 — 2021-12-19

iOS 15 compliance

### 1.0.2 — 2021-04-30

Airport database updated

### 1.0 — 2018-06-17

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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