# Platzrunde.DE

> VFR charts for German airfields and heliports, with French AIP maps. (iPhone/iPad app by Christof Steuper.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/platzrundede/id496246585 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Christof Steuper](https://appshunter.io/developer/373070930)
- Category: Navigation, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 20 MB
- Languages: American English, Catalan, Croatian, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese and 11 more
- Released: 2012-02-15
- Data updated: 2026-07-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/platzrundede/id496246585/reviews.md

## What is Platzrunde.DE?

"Platzrunde.DE" is an application for the iPhone/iPod or iPad and includes all the VFR Charts for the airfields and helicopter landing sites in Germany.

We have integrated all maps of the French AIP for no costs.

You need a registered account for downloading the content or update maps.

Registration is free, but for map updates you have to pay a fee.

During this time, there are monthly updates of the maps. 
The download can be renewed at any time after the activation expired.
After expiration the app works as normal, but there are no more updates available.

The switch to an annual update cycle is also due to licensing reasons.

The update of maps is done automatically via a download function in the App.

The Download for the VFR-AIP Germany includes:

- 454 Airport
- 315 Heliports
- 1398 Maps
- ca. 700 MByte

All maps are copyright by DFS (Deutsche Flugsicherung).

For the French VFR-AIP:

- 419 Airports
- 232 Heliports
- 1200 Maps
- ca. 140 MByte

All maps are copyright by SIA.

Maps are not for operational use.

The App is running out iPhoneOS Version 12.0.
The map search is as easy as searching the phone book of the iPhone.
For easier access the maps are divided in Airports and Helicopter landing sites (Heliports).
In addition to the basic search and selection offers the App following functions:

- Create your own favorite list with identification with different icons Airporst / Heliports
- Search for all existing maps
- Scroll and zoom in the displayed map
- full screen view in the map display
- portrait or landscape display in the map view
- brilliant map display on the iPhone or iPad display
- addionational airport information, such as Phone numbers, operating hours e.g.
- Help Site with detailed explanation of the App
- integration of moving map for take-off and circling a chosen place
- automatic update via FTP connection

## Key features

- VFR Charts for Germany
- French AIP Maps included
- Searchable map database
- Create favorite lists
- Moving map integration
- Automatic map updates


## Frequently asked questions about Platzrunde.DE

### What VFR charts does Platzrunde.DE offer?

Platzrunde.DE provides VFR charts for airfields and helicopter landing sites in Germany, as well as all maps from the French AIP. This includes 454 airports and 315 heliports in Germany, and 419 airports and 232 heliports in France.

### Is Platzrunde.DE free to use?

The app itself is free to download and use. However, while registration is free, map updates require a paid fee after the initial activation period expires.

### How often are the maps updated in Platzrunde.DE?

The maps in Platzrunde.DE are updated monthly. You can renew your download access at any time after your initial activation expires to receive these updates.

### What devices is Platzrunde.DE compatible with?

Platzrunde.DE is designed for iOS devices, specifically iPhones, iPads, and iPods running iOS Version 12.0 or later.

### Can I save my favorite locations in Platzrunde.DE?

Yes, Platzrunde.DE allows you to create your own favorite list with identification using different icons for airports and heliports, making it easier to access frequently used locations.

### Does Platzrunde.DE have ads?

No, Platzrunde.DE does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience.

### What is the age rating for Platzrunde.DE?

Platzrunde.DE has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no content restrictions.

### How does the map search work in Platzrunde.DE?

The map search in Platzrunde.DE is designed to be as easy as searching a phone book. Maps are divided into Airports and Helicopter landing sites for simpler browsing and selection.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8.0.0 — 2023-03-30

The France maps are fully integrated.

All maps are flyable, airports as well as helicopter maps
(registration on our website is required for the MovingMap function).

Simplified user interface
General troubleshooting
Upward compatibility to newer IOS versions.
Fully compatible with darkmode.

### 1.6.0.0 — 2019-09-11

Easier Userinterface

Bug fixes

Compatibility to newer IOS-Versions

### 1.5.0.2 — 2015-03-10

Support for IOS8

Zoom position in the middle of the map

minor bug fixes

### 1.4.0.2 — 2014-02-24

- the IFR charts have been geocoded and can be flown with moving map 
 (cards with large scale figures are still true to scale, but no longer conformal, so it can cause minor variations in the position on the map to current position) 

- in the tableview’s of the airports you can see the distance from current location to the respective airport 

- there is a new page with the fuel prices of airports from which prices are known (currently 196), can be sorted by each fuel type. We try to keep it updated at least quarterly. 

- revised favorites view 

- the helicopter view can be hidden in the settings 

- minor bug fixes and improvements

### 1.3.0.9 — 2013-10-09

- Adapted to IOS 7

- Cards can be rotated when you turn it on

- Favorites can also be managed directly in the map now

- If a card is already in your Favorites, this is also displayed

- New icons for IOS 7

- Minor bugfixes

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