# iBal Rotary

> Helicopter weight and balance calculation and manifest app for pilots. (iPhone/iPad app by AirSpayce.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibal-rotary/id567642367 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [AirSpayce](https://appshunter.io/developer/564666685)
- Category: Productivity, Navigation
- Price: $17.99
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 23 App Store ratings · 76 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: +4
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 29 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-10-10
- Data updated: 2026-09-07
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibal-rotary/id567642367/reviews.md

## What is iBal Rotary?

iBal Rotary is a dedicated Helicopter weight and balance app for iPhone, iPad, iPod and Mac. 

Designed from the ground up for professional and private helicopter pilots, it
provides for quick and easy entry of loads and checks against type-specific
weight, lateral and longitudinal CG limits, load station limits etc. Graphical
displays, mission and manifest sent by email and much more.

Online information, help and discussion at
http://groups.google.com/group/ibal-help
http://www.airspayce.com/airspayce/ibal

Quick Reference Sheet 
http://www.airspayce.com/iBal/ReferenceSheet.pdf

Features:

Many types supported:
 See http://www.airspayce.com/airspayce/ibal/ibal-types-supported for detailed list of 
   supported types and configurations.
 Robinson R22 Beta, BetaII, Alpha, HP, R44, R44 II, R66
 Agusta A109AII, A109E, A119 and AW119 MK II
 Agusta Bell AB212 IFR Pax
 Agusta-Westland AW109SP, AW139
 Bell 205A-1 and 205A-1 with STC SH5977NM, 204B, 206B3 Jet Ranger, 206L Long Ranger
   (L, L1, L3, and L4 models), 210, 222U, 230, 212, 407, 412, 427, 429, 430
 Schweizer/Hughes 269C/300C, 333, 333M
 Hughes OH-6A
 Eurocopter AS350 B, BA, BA+, B1, B2, B3, D Squirrel, AS332, AS355 N, NP, F1 and F2 twin Squirrel
    AS365 N1, N2, N3 Dauphin, BK117 A-3, A-4, B, C-1, C+, EC120B Colibri, EC130 B4, EC135 P2+, EC130/H130 EC155 B,B1, EC225 LP
 Enstrom 280FX, 480B
 Boeing CH-47 Chinook
 Cabri G2
 MD500D (369D), MD530F-Plus (369FF), MD600N, MD902
 MBB105 LS A3
 Sikorsky S-76A,A+,A++, S-76B, C, S-76C++, S-92A, UH-61A,L Blackhawk

Add any number of your own aircraft, including preconfigured loads and photos
of your own aircraft.

Send completed CG Solutions (including manifest) and CG graphs to any email
address (internet connection required)

Configurable Name, BEW, longitudinal and lateral arms and photo for your own
aircraft (from camera or photo roll where supported).

Easy entry and adjustment of passengers, fuel, cargo and suspended loads.

Displays CG for loaded and empty fuel, critical fuel loads with and without
any suspended load.

Detects and displays weight, longitudinal and lateral CG problems. Displays
available load until limits will be exceeded.

Displays weights, arms and CG solutions in graphical and tabular formats, with
problem alerts.

Support for optional Passenger names and Flight Details which appear on the CG
solution spreadsheet and are transmitted when Send tapped. This supports new
FAA rules requiring FAR Part 135 (Air Taxi) Operators to manifest every flight
stage and for it to be transmitted back to base.

Support for Predefined Loads: user definable list of commonly carried loads
and their weights. Useful for EMS staff lists, oil rig personnel lists, common
cargo items etc.  List of predefined loads can be accessed from the load edit
page to automatically enter the weight and description. The list can be
customised to include any number of your own personnel names or freight
descriptions plus the weight of each. Predefined loads can be added or removed
from your list at any time, and will not be lost when you update iBal.  Loads
can be entered in your choice of suitable unit: kg, lbs, USGals, litres,
stones (also fuel % in applicable types).

Supports iPhone gestures:
 Drag passengers and cargo between stations
 Flick cargo and passengers off
 Zoom and scroll floorplans, graphs and load sheets

Aircraft-specific Custom Load Stations, allowing you to add new or
non-standard loading positions to your own aircraft.

Displays helpful loading data, limits and hints.

Optional Alert sounds and vibration for bad solutions for easy in-flight use.

Configurable fuel SGs

Supports Apple AirPrint, Retina, iOS 5 and later on iPhone, iPad, etc.

Works with Aeronet http://www.aeronet.co.nz/ a world class maintenance, flight
and duty tracking system. Allows operators to automatically update their
Aeronet records with the flight details emailed by iBal. Reduces the time and
cost of records compliance.

## Key features

- Supports numerous helicopter types
- Add custom aircraft configurations
- Graphical CG displays
- Email mission manifests
- Detects weight and CG problems
- Predefined load lists

## Chart rankings

- #187 in Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

## What do users think of iBal Rotary?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast and accurate calculations
- 👍 User-friendly and simple interface
- 🛠️ Excellent customer support
- ✅ Reliable and functional
- 💡 Versatile and complete
- 🔄 Frequent updates and improvements
- ✈️ Wide range of aircraft types
- 🖨️ Easy report generation and emailing
- 👨‍💻 Responsive developers
- 💯 Highly recommended
- ⏱️ Time-saving tool
- 👌 Regulator approved
- 🌟 Market leader
- ✅ Integrates with SOPs

**Cons**

- 💰 Repurchase required for new versions
- 🔊 Annoying sounds
- 👎 Poor user interface
- 📉 Outdated data
- 🤷‍♂️ Stations cannot be deleted
- 📱 Cluttered for iPhone use
- 🤔 Math sometimes wrong
- 🎛️ Unnecessary noises
- ⚖️ Data sheet conversion issues
- 📈 Overpriced for features
- ⚠️ Zero fuel not adjustable
- ❌ Choose photo function not working

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on iPhone 4 since latest update
- Choose photo function does not work on iPad Mini Retina
- Math is sometimes wrong
- Rounding of aircraft values is annoying

**Most requested features**

- Add B3E aircraft
- Ability to modify aircraft data
- Add BK-117 D2/D3 (H145) to aircraft list
- Add Bell 505 to aircraft library
- Input fuel burn to calculate flight duration estimate
- Adjustable minimum fuel
- Add AS 350 B3 to list
- Simplify PDF/printed page to one page
- Remove sound features
- Allow building own configuration with lateral c of g

## Recent user reviews (10 of 76)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibal-rotary/id567642367/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Simple & Functional

*2026-07-09*

This tool has been an excellent addition to our operation so we wrote it into our SOPs. It provides for very quick W&B calcs whilst on the run to ensure you are always certain of your CoG position within the appropriate envelope. 
The developer is very responsive to queries and recommendations. Highly recommend.

### 5/5 — Chief Pilot

*2025-08-16*

I've been using iBal now for many years and have nothing but good things to say about it. Mike and the team at Airspayce are super accommodating when it comes to updating iBal with new aircraft types or configurations and are quick to fix any bugs that may be discovered. Thanks very much to the team at iBal for creating and supporting the best weight and balance program for helicopter pilots.

### 1/5 — Misleading

*2025-03-18*

First off, how do they not have a B3E on here?? Second, you need to be able to modify the data for the aircraft.

### 5/5 — Great app

*2025-02-10*

Versatile, simple and complete.

### 5/5 — Fast, accurate and simple.

*2024-08-21, version 1.94*

I use this app every day, it does what it says. A fast, accurate and simple app to use to calculate your aircraft’s weight and balance. Great support team that can help you with custom aircraft configurations. This is the best app on the market for its purpose.

### 5/5 — Excellent Product and Support

*2024-08-19, version 1.94*

My company has been using iBal for over a decade now and find its range of aircraft types and ease of use perfect for our 11 aircraft operation. 
The support team are very helpful with the addition of new types or different configuration of existing types on the app. 
Keep up the great work iBal team.

### 5/5 — Outstanding

*2024-03-29*

Simple to setup, easy to use, plus great support & fast when You need it! Highly recommended 👍🏾

### 5/5 — Exceptional

*2024-03-21*

Such a fantastic app that saves so much time in carrying out your required weight and balance. I’ve been using the app for years, it’s reliable and we do integrity checks every so often that never have failed.
The team are also great and respond well to feedback and integration. Thanks iBal!

### 5/5 — Very useful app!

*2024-02-04*

This app is a huge help when dealing with government agencies (USFS etc) for all the different tasks they could expect. 
Can we have the BK-117 D2/D3 (H145) added to the aircraft selection list please?

### 1/5 — The worst app ever

*2023-12-13*

This app is not bad, it is terrible. Feels like it was made by a first grader as an intro to programming class and they really did not want to do it in the first place. I would actually ask for my money back if I could.

## Frequently asked questions about iBal Rotary

### What does iBal Rotary do?

iBal Rotary is a dedicated application for calculating helicopter weight and balance. It allows pilots to input loads and check them against the aircraft's specific CG limits, ensuring safe operation. The app also generates graphical displays and can email mission manifests.

### What helicopter models are supported?

The app supports a wide array of helicopter models from manufacturers like Robinson, Agusta, Bell, Schweizer, Eurocopter, Enstrom, Boeing, Cabri, MD, MBB, and Sikorsky. A detailed list of supported types and configurations is available on the developer's website.

### How much does iBal Rotary cost?

Based on the provided information, iBal Rotary is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or subscription models, indicating a one-time purchase for the app.

### Can I add my own aircraft to the app?

Yes, you can add any number of your own aircraft to the app. This includes configuring name, basic empty weight, longitudinal and lateral arms, and even adding photos of your aircraft. You can also set up preconfigured loads for your custom aircraft.

### How does the app help with aviation regulations?

The app supports optional passenger names and flight details that appear on the CG solution spreadsheet and are transmitted via email. This is particularly useful for complying with regulations like FAR Part 135 (Air Taxi) which require detailed flight manifests to be transmitted.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.106 — 2026-08-04

- Added Bell 412EPX 
- Updated to use iOS SDK 26.0 per Apple requirements
- On the Edit Aircraft page, fixed a problem that would sometimes prevent the ability to edit certain items
  if a Lateral Arm was not required (Internal: due to reused table cells)
- AS350 and AS355, clarified via comments that the Cargo Swing is Breeze Eastern 140127 or Siren S1609
  and that Cargo Sling is Breeze Eastern 17149-1, per AS350 and 355 manuals.
- AS355NP altered the Swing Hook to be Onboard Systems 200-292-02 per Sup 11.
- Fixed an error with weight calculations for Firefighting Foam tanks
- Improvements to handling of Jettisonable loads: Loads such as firefighting water, that can be loaded and unloaded in flight are
  handled in the same way as Suspended loads: they are shown (summed with the suspended loads) on a seperate line in the Longitudinal
  and Lateral pages, and individually listed under "Suspended/Jettisonable Loads" section on the Data page.
  Loads like Firefighting foam that are loaded pre-flight, but can be expended or jettisoned in flight are accounted for in the same way as
  fuel and appear in the main line in the Longitudinal and Lateral pages, and individually listed in the "All Up"
  section of the Data page.
- Added "Sikorsky S-70i FireHawk", with United Rotorcraft Firefighter Transport layout,
  including Firefighting water tank and firefighting foam tank.
- Custom load stations can now be set as "Jettisonable" and/or "Inflight loadable".

### 1.105 — 2026-03-25

- Updated weight and arms for "Removable Controls" in Robinson R44 models, per Flight Manual revision 26 JAN 2024
- R44 II now supports the same pod types as R44: None, A&HCC 069, Helipod II, Helipod VI. The default is None,
so if your R44 II pods have disappeared, go to the Edit Aircraft page and select the type you have installed.

### 1.104 — 2026-02-24

- Improvements to load dragging behaviour on recent iMacs, where the drag might start even before moving the mouse.

### 1.103 — 2026-02-13

- Fixed error in AS355F1 MTOW with external load from 2450kg to 2500kg. Added minimum flight weight of 1200kg per
original Flight Manual.
- Added support for Leonardo AW169, including options for
Seating: Standard 8 seats, 3rd row seats Supp 24, 10 Seats Supp 29, Clear Deck and HeliMods EMS layouts: "Arrangement 1",
"Arrangement 2" and "Utility" per STC SVR558 (document no E5060-1046990).
Increased Gross Weight per Supp 30.
External Load Options: External Hoist Supp 5 and Cargo Hook Supp 6.
- Stretcher and Litter Load Stations on "Bell 412 (Utility/Medevac)" ""MD902 Explorer, HEMS","MD902/PW207E Explorer",
"BO105 LS A3 (EMS)", "Bell 206B3 Jet Ranger (early)", "Bell 206B3 Jet Ranger (early)", "Sikorsky UH-60A,L Medevac"
now an appropriate rectangular shape.
- Added "Boeing ICH-47D Chinook (Cargo)" with 54,000 lbs MTOW

### 1.102 — 2025-09-24

- Fixed a problem where Add Photo on the Edit Aircraft page had no options to choose from.

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