# Gunship III - Combat Flight Simulator - U.S. Navy

> Realistic U.S. Navy combat flight simulator with carrier operations and multiplayer. (iPhone/iPad app by PNTK, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gunship-iii-combat-flight-simulator-us-navy/id831768949 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PNTK, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/999141305)
- Category: Games, Action, Simulation
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 154 App Store ratings · 208 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 510 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-03-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gunship-iii-combat-flight-simulator-us-navy/id831768949/reviews.md

## What is Gunship III?

MINIMUM HARDWARE REQUIREMENT: IPAD2, iPHONE 4S


This game is an expansion pack of the Gunship-III Vietnam War series.

Features flyable A-1 Skyraider, A-4E Skyhawk and F-4B Phantom II.

Full feature U.S. Navy carrier take-off and landing with deck crew, Surface to Air Missiles for both side, Radar Warning Receiver for US's planes.

Players could play co-op or against other players on Gunship-III original and Gunship-III Vietnam People Airforce.

For more info about the Gunship-III Vietnam War Aircombat series, visit developer's page or at www.gunship3d.com


Features:
* 360 degrees virtual cockpit.
* Realistic avionics and weapon systems.
* Full multiplayer over the internet with live text chat.
* Support private network multiplayer.

Download Gunship-III FREE for more free aircrafts and helicopters.

## Key features

- Flyable A-1 Skyraider, A-4E Skyhawk, F-4B Phantom II
- Realistic carrier take-offs and landings
- Surface to Air Missile combat
- Radar Warning Receiver
- 360-degree virtual cockpit
- Realistic avionics and weapon systems
- Online multiplayer with text chat

## What do users think of Gunship III?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great game
- 👍 Awesome
- 👍 Fun
- 👍 Realistic
- 👍 Detailed
- 👍 Challenging

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 Unresponsive controls
- 🐛 Glitchy flight mechanics
- 🐛 Multiplayer issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with newer devices
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Planes behave erratically during flight
- Carrier catapult launches are inconsistent
- Invisible/unresponsive enemies
- Missions cannot be completed due to missing/bugged targets
- Frequent crashes, especially in multiplayer
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Most requested features**

- Add more aircraft (F-8 Crusader, A-6 Intruder, A-7 Corsair II, etc.)
- Implement naval helicopters (SH-2 Sea Sprite, CH-46 Sea Knight, etc.)
- Add more mission variety and objectives
- Improve carrier operations (working elevators, ability to move carrier, etc.)
- Implement air-to-air refueling
- Add ATC functionality
- Introduce ground crew/support roles
- Implement SAR capabilities for downed pilots

## Recent user reviews (10 of 208)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gunship-iii-combat-flight-simulator-us-navy/id831768949/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Parfait

*2025-01-17*

J’ Adore ce jeu, il est très réaliste

### 5/5 — My favorite

*2024-03-10*

It’s a great game but when you are in multiplayer… you get dead really quickly and in practice you are invisible and loved it!!!

### 1/5 — 開きません

*2023-04-04*

ゲームが開きません、
落ちます。
買ったんですよ？
対策してください。
gunship iiiシリーズも開きません。
対策してください

### 4/5 — Kicking me out

*2023-03-16*

Hi again, I’m having trouble with entering the game because when I try to it just kicks me out and I was wondering if you could help me figure out how to stop this please and thank you.

### 4/5 — Please make this mobile again.

*2023-01-20*

I used to love playing this series, but these days the game has not been working. I try to open the game and it immediately sends me back to the Home Screen. Please… I beg of you guys fix this so I can have my fun again. PLEASE.

### 3/5 — More planes

*2023-01-06*

Could you please ad the F-8 crusader and A-7 CorsairII please with armament because they were an important part of the conflict too.

### 1/5 — Ugly toxic people

*2022-12-14, version 3.8.4*

This app is not worth it and the developers needs to ban toxic people and I’ll give it 4 stars if you ban toxic people

### 1/5 — Won’t let me log in 😡😡😡

*2022-11-12*

Please do not ignore if that’s what you do. So it won’t let me log in to the app. Is there a problem with IPads logging into the app? Please look into this. I don’t know if it’s just my IPad or somthing else. Thank you.

### 1/5 — Every game in this series won’t open

*2022-10-15, version 3.8.4*

I bought V.P.A.F, navy and strike package and every single game will not open/ run.

### 1/5 — App Crashes on iPad mini and iPod touch

*2022-10-15, version 3.8.4*

Please fix

## Frequently asked questions about Gunship III

### What kind of aircraft can I fly in this game?

This game features flyable A-1 Skyraider, A-4E Skyhawk, and F-4B Phantom II aircraft. These are iconic planes used by the U.S. Navy, offering a realistic flight experience.

### What are the key features of this combat flight simulator?

Key features include realistic U.S. Navy carrier take-offs and landings with deck crew, engaging Surface to Air Missile combat for both sides, and a Radar Warning Receiver for U.S. planes. It also boasts a 360-degree virtual cockpit and realistic avionics and weapon systems.

### Is this game free to play?

Yes, the base game is free to download and play. The description mentions downloading Gunship-III FREE for more free aircrafts and helicopters, indicating a free-to-play model.

### Can I play with other people?

Absolutely. The game offers full multiplayer over the internet with live text chat, and also supports private network multiplayer. You can play co-op or against other players.

### What are the minimum hardware requirements?

The minimum hardware requirement for this game is an iPad 2 or iPhone 4S. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience on supported devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.8.4 — 2016-12-12

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

Fix engine slowly spool up on some devices

### 3.8.2 — 2016-12-08

Fix invisible multi player bug
Remove grace spawn time for AI
Fix AI continue to fight after destroyed
Add bomb delay
Reduce lag and code optimization

### 3.8.0 — 2015-11-13

Various bug fixes & improvements
iOS9 Compatible

### 3.7.8 — 2015-04-12

More vibration when pulling G
Increase GLOC affect in realistic mode
Remove Arcade Mode
Fix CH-47 engine sounds
Fix Unlimited rockets in realistic Mode
Fix Cockpit that doesn't have fuel gauge should display fuel percentage
Fix No night in Realistic Mode
Fix Radar should stabilize when aircraft bank (MIGs)
Fix Heli spawn under pad

### 3.7.6 — 2015-01-30

Improve sky render
Improve afterburner effect and engine smokes
Various bug fixes
New flight physics
New multiplayer modes
Add volumetric clouds for high-end devices

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