Best IFR Holds alternatives: apps like IFR Holds

9+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
8 free apps
Updated November 2026

IFR Holds is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 9+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to IFR Holds

Racetrack: IFR Holding Pattern#1

Racetrack: IFR Holding Pattern by Jack Post

Hold entry trainer by a CFII
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
5.0(23 ratings)
Free
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This app provides offline flight training drills focused on IFR holding patterns. It covers entries, timing, speeds, and wind correction through lessons, an entry trainer, and quizzes. Designed for instrument students, CFII applicants, and rated pilots.

ADF + RMI Trainer – IFR Pilot#3

ADF + RMI Trainer – IFR Pilot by Flygo-Aviation Ltd

ADF & RMI practice for IFR
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.9(110 ratings)
Free
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This app provides interactive lessons and simulations for instrument flight students and instructors to master ADF and RMI radio navigation skills. It helps users learn to read indications, track bearings, and apply IFR procedures with confidence through step-by-step guidance and instant feedback.

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VOR Simulator Pro
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Master radio navigation with this VOR simulator. Practice realistic dual VOR positioning and authentic navigation features like To/From indicators and Cone of Confusion effects. Ideal for pilots and aviation enthusiasts to hone skills on the ground.

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IFR Flight Simulator
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This aviation simulator helps pilots master IFR procedures and prepare for instrument ratings. Practice holdings, intercepts, and approaches with realistic flight simulation and navigation tools on your phone. Ideal for student and experienced pilots seeking convenient, effective training.

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E6BX E6B Flight Computer
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This app provides pilots with essential aviation calculations and tools. It features a visual E6B calculator, interactive weather reports with METAR/TAF decoders, and a NavLog calculator for flight planning. It also includes a holding pattern calculator and unit converters.

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VRflow C172S G1000
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An interactive cockpit procedure trainer for the C172 aircraft with G1000 avionics. It helps pilots prepare for training, check rides, and flights by offering step-by-step explanations and realistic system simulations. Explore the cockpit interactively and master procedures for efficient learning.

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Flight IFR Nav Trainer
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Practice Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) navigation with this simulator. Learn and hone your skills using various aircraft instruments and customizable flight parameters. Ideal for student pilots and instructors.

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