# R44 Pad XS

> Robinson R44 helicopter flight computer for weight, balance, performance, and navigation. (iPhone/iPad app by Gyronimo, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/r44-pad-xs/id561929569 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Gyronimo, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/536898885)
- Category: Education
- Price: $14.99
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-09-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/r44-pad-xs/id561929569/reviews.md

## What is R44 Pad XS?

Gyronimo Performance Pad for iPhone
The flight computer revolution for Robinson R44 Raven and Raven II helicopters.

 ********* Important: This app is intended to run on iPhones only, as an addition to our iPad apps. It has LESS FEATURES than the iPad app. (it has NO LATERAL computations, no graphical MCP and Max Continuous Power computations and a simple version load manifest) For use on iPad with professional load manifest, exact lateral and MCP performance computations, please choose the Tim Tucker - iPad version.  *********


A great new tool for students, instructors and professional pilots. Weight & Balance calculations have never been easier and faster. 


With the Gyronimo Performance Pad you can calculate weight & balance, performance and navigation data in just a few seconds!  It is designed specifically for the Robinson R44 Raven and Raven II, and contains all necessary flight and performance data. 

The weight and balance calculations can also be used for the Robinson R44 Astro.

Quickly change all important values using sliders! Compare Raven and  Raven II OGE and IGE performance! 
Calculate and compare Manifold Pressure and Never Exceed Speed Limits.
This enables students and flight instructors to experiment with the values and create "what if" scenarios in no time.

The Performance Pad has four main pages

1. Weight and Balance Page
Set person and baggage values in seconds using the convenient sliders. Select doors on/off with switch-buttons. The CG position is calculated and displayed simultaneously.

Based on fuel flow and fuel available the flight time and fuel reserve are computed. Control all values via sliders and receive a warning if the fuel reserve is less than 20 minutes.


2. Performance Page
Using the data from your Weight & Balance page the pad calculates:
- Out of Ground Effect (OGE) ceiling
- In Ground Effect (IGE) ceiling
and converts the pressure altitude to feet MSL.

The pad also calculates 

- Density Altitude
- Maximum Continuous Power (MCP) 
- 5 minute take off power 
- Never Exceed Speed (V ne) 

using the internal data derived from the original helicopter operating handbook.

You can also experiment with the all values and find the corresponding maximum helicopter weight for the particular environment.

3. Flight Time Page
This page is a complete E6B flight computer with a new and revolutionary graphical user interface. Use the sliders to enter basic values like variation, deviation, wind velocity and direction and the pad will calculate

- Calibrated and True Airspeed 
- True and Magnetic Course 
- Wind Correction Angle (WCA)
- Compass Heading
- Ground Speed
- Flight Time for a specific distance

4. Helicopter Page
Save and load helicopter setups and performance scenarios. Send weight & balance results to your email address. View important Airspeed Limits and access the Gyronimo Video Channel.


Whether you are a professional pilot, student or flight instructor, we are sure that you will benefit from the possibilities of this revolutionary flight computer.


Product Support
We hope that the Performance Pad is intuitive to use, however if you have questions or reports please
contact us anytime at: info@gyronimosystems.com and we will reply usually within the same day!

Video Tutorials
Check out our video channel on youtube and find a growing number of example calculations.

DISCLAIMER:
The Gyronimo R44 Performance Pad is a student, professional pilot and flight instructor assistance tool for plausibility checks  and flight training only.

All graphics and data provided in this application are used as examples. It is essential to refer to the similar graphs and data in the ORIGINAL POH for the helicopter you will be flying.

The publisher assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the computations and information contained herein. 






(c) 2012-2015 Gyronimo, LLC

## Key features

- Weight & Balance calculations
- Performance data (ceilings, density altitude)
- Navigation calculations (E6B)
- Speed limit calculations
- Save and load helicopter setups
- Email weight & balance results

## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/r44-pad-xs/id561929569/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Não recebo o manifesto via email

*2025-03-21, version 3.4*

O email com o manifesto nao chega….

### 5/5 — Best quick W&B

*2024-08-18*

Flying 44s professionally this is by far the fastest and best app especially for tour ops where your pax are constantly changing. Not needed for lots of the flights, but when the boss asks if you a few supersizers in, it’s great to have.

 Only thing lacking is lateral depiction

### 2/5 — Half the price of iPad app, less than half as useful

*2024-07-04, version 3.4*

Not worth the £15. Very limited functionality. Get the iPad version, give this one a miss.

### 2/5 — Not worth the money.

*2018-05-23*

No iPhone X support and the whole app uses sliders instead of exact numbers I can input. Not worth 15$

### 1/5 — Not happy limit use

*2016-09-15*

Don't think I got my money's worth should be the same as the IPad version like to get my money back

### 1/5 — Useless

*2016-09-10*

Would be a 5-star app if it continued all the features of the iPad version. Useless as it doesn't provide all the wt $ balance and performance info. One still needs to use paper or another app to get the whole picture.

### 4/5 — Please add this one little thing.

*2015-08-10*

This is a daily-use app for me. I love it with one small gripe. Please add a function to manually enter all fields instead of sliders! I have to do weight and balance whole in a running helicopter some days and it's impossible to use a slider accurately with the Robbie hop. Specifically the OAT, baro, and elevation would be fantastic. Thanks!

### 3/5 — Otimo

*2014-03-02, version 2.1*

Funciona e ajuda muito

### 2/5 — Don't waste your money

*2013-07-22*

Not worth the money.

### 5/5 — Pilot

*2013-06-08*

Great app, Worth every penny. Can't wait until they get the 22 edition for the iPhone.

## Frequently asked questions about R44 Pad XS

### What is R44 Pad XS used for?

R44 Pad XS is a flight computer designed for Robinson R44 helicopters. It helps pilots calculate weight and balance, performance data like ceilings and speeds, and navigation information.

### Is R44 Pad XS available on iPad?

This version of R44 Pad XS is intended for iPhones and has fewer features than the iPad version. For professional load manifests and advanced computations on iPad, a separate Tim Tucker - iPad version is recommended.

### What types of Robinson R44 helicopters does R44 Pad XS support?

The app is specifically designed for the Robinson R44 Raven and Raven II. Weight and balance calculations can also be used for the Robinson R44 Astro.

### How does R44 Pad XS help with performance calculations?

It calculates crucial performance data such as Out of Ground Effect (OGE) and In Ground Effect (IGE) ceilings, Density Altitude, Maximum Continuous Power (MCP), and Never Exceed Speed (Vne) based on helicopter operating handbook data.

### Can I experiment with different flight scenarios using R44 Pad XS?

Yes, the app allows students and instructors to experiment with various values using sliders to create 'what if' scenarios for performance and weight & balance.

### Does R44 Pad XS have ads?

No, R44 Pad XS does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application focused on providing flight calculation tools.

### How often is R44 Pad XS updated?

The latest version available is 3.4, which was last updated on January 10, 2017. Updates may be infrequent, so users should check for compatibility with newer iOS versions.

### What is the user sentiment for R44 Pad XS based on ratings?

Based on 6 ratings, R44 Pad XS has an average rating of 2.3 stars. This suggests that user satisfaction may be mixed, with some users finding it less than ideal.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.4 — 2017-01-10

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

updated ceiling computations for OAT lower then -5ºC

### 3.3 — 2016-12-19

corrected TOW label on performance page

### 3.2 — 2016-11-08

updated IGE/OGE ceiling computations

### 3.1 — 2016-09-21

fixed load save features

### 3.0 — 2015-04-20

Update to iOS8.3

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