# SimplePlanes

> Build and fly realistic airplanes with a powerful designer and community downloads. (iPhone/iPad app by Jundroo, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simpleplanes/id823869162 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jundroo, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/311852133)
- Category: Games, Education, Simulation
- Price: $5.99
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 3,024 App Store ratings · 526 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 335 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-12-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simpleplanes/id823869162/reviews.md

## What is SimplePlanes?

Build airplanes by snapping parts together, designing wing sections, and attaching engines. At any time, you can strap yourself into the cockpit and see how it flies with realistic physics. If you're not in the mood for building, over 250,000 airplanes are available to download for free.

BUILD AIRPLANES
You have the tools you'll need to bring any airplane to life. Snap parts together to build your airplane's body. Place engines to add thrust. Design and attach wings and then strap yourself into the cockpit and see how it flies. 

DOWNLOAD AIRPLANES
Over 250,000 airplanes are available to download for free from SimplePlanes.com. Find anything from old WW2 bombers to next-generation fighters to sci-fi spacecraft. You can upload your own airplanes and rise through the ranks from a bronze builder to a gold level builder.

DYNAMIC FLIGHT MODEL
Flight simulation at its finest. Every little change you make in the designer impacts how the airplane flies. Weight distribution, thrust, lift, and drag are all calculated continuously while flying. Parts can break off in spectacular fashion while flying due to over-stress or by hitting something. The fun won't stop there though. You can keep on flying even with a missing wing if you've got the skills.

SANDBOX MODE
Use all available parts to build airplanes with no restrictions. The sky is the limit. Literally.

CHALLENGES
Climb into the cockpit of one of your custom aircraft and see how it does in the challenges. Land on aircraft carriers, dodge surface-to-air missiles, race through courses, and so much more.

EDUCATIONAL
Tutorials will help players learn the basics of real airplane design and the considerations that need to be taken when airplanes are made.

## Key features

- Build custom airplanes with modular parts
- Realistic flight physics simulation
- Download over 250,000 community-created aircraft
- Engage in flight challenges
- Sandbox mode for unrestricted building
- Educational tutorials on airplane design

## Chart rankings

- #102 in Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store)

## What do users think of SimplePlanes?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Fun and creative sandbox
- 🚀 Powerful building mechanics
- 📥 Ability to download community-created planes
- 🎨 Customizable vehicles
- ⚙️ Realistic physics

**Cons**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches (crashes, invisible collisions, control issues)
- 🚫 Lack of mod support on mobile
- 🌍 Limited map/island selection on mobile
- 🔍 Difficulty finding/downloading larger planes on mobile
- 🎮 Awkward mobile controls

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Undo function causing plane glitches
- Autopilot issues (retracting landing gear)
- Invisible collision problems
- Planes spawning in ground/air unexpectedly
- Graphical/performance issues on older devices

**Most requested features**

- Add multiplayer mode
- Implement more advanced damage/failure models
- Expand map selection (e.g. desert island, underwater view)
- Improve AI behavior and add more combat-focused missions
- Introduce new vehicle types (e.g. tanks, ships, trains)
- Add more advanced building tools (e.g. individual part movement, custom cockpits)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 526)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simpleplanes/id823869162/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Simple Plane Mobile

*2026-08-13, version 1.12.210*

When is simple planes for mobile expected to get an update with all of the new features.

### 4/5 — Probably one of the best if not the best

*2026-08-10, version 1.12.210*

This Game Is Virtually all you could want from an airplane simulator it’s graphics are impressive but also fun so is it’s physics at first i didn’t know how to do it
but i got the hang of it this Plane Sim/game is worth it
it may be a little hard at first but it is very good it’s realistic enough to appreciate but still fun you can
build car,ship,aircraft,and more that’s all i can say
it’s worth it

### 5/5 — Id give it a 4.99999 rating but…

*2026-08-07, version 1.12.210*

The games amazing and i love it but theres just one simple issue you MIGHT want to fix I’m working on thIS project called the ADF01 FALKEN but every time i use the undo the plane moves out of its previous position and i haven’t moved the body at all

### 1/5 — SimplePlanes I’m sorry, can you unban me?

*2026-08-06, version 1.12.210*

My dad took care of my PC account on simpleplanes, but someone decided to ban my PC account. I’m rating this 1 out of 5 because: you know what nevermind, i will go play a better game like teardown, or stormworks… also your game’s age rating is 4+

### 5/5 — Great game for who love Aviation, physics and math

*2026-08-04, version 1.12.210*

I love it so much, I don't care World Cup, I will keep playing SP

### 5/5 — One of the best simulator games mobile has to offer

*2026-08-02, version 1.12.210*

Amazing simulator game! Though building stuff is quite difficult but as I say: difficulty can sometimes make the game worthwhile.

### 3/5 — Still no fix.

*2026-07-31, version 1.12.210*

Zoom (still) glitches out, block placing (still) glitches out sometimes and the lack of mods (also still) makes me sad.

### 5/5 — Best plane building simulator

*2026-07-22, version 1.12.210*

This game is really realistic! I made a red arrows plane and it has a full interior (somehow) but the best thing is that it flies. You need to have a good amount of thrust and a balanced COM for a plane to fly.

### 5/5 — very fun

*2026-07-18, version 1.12.210*

i love this game i started an active war while providing air support and a plane flew put the sky and crashed into me? but anyways its still very fun i love it so much

### 5/5 — The new version is out now.

*2026-07-17, version 1.12.210*

It’s on steam but when is it coming to mobile?

## Frequently asked questions about SimplePlanes

### What can I do with SimplePlanes?

SimplePlanes allows you to design and build your own airplanes by snapping parts together, designing wing sections, and attaching engines. You can then fly your creations with realistic physics. Additionally, you can download over 250,000 airplanes created by the community.

### How realistic is the flight simulation?

The flight simulation is highly realistic, with every design change impacting how the airplane flies. Factors like weight distribution, thrust, lift, and drag are continuously calculated. Parts can even break off due to over-stress or collisions, and you can continue flying with damaged aircraft.

### Is there a cost to use SimplePlanes?

The application is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

### What kind of challenges can I participate in?

You can test your custom aircraft in various challenges, such as landing on aircraft carriers, dodging surface-to-air missiles, and racing through courses. These challenges are designed to push the limits of your creations and piloting skills.

### Can I learn about real airplane design?

Yes, the app includes educational tutorials that help players learn the basics of real airplane design. These tutorials cover the considerations that need to be taken when airplanes are made, providing a valuable learning experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.12.210 — 2025-12-15

Maintenance Update

### 1.12.203 — 2023-09-28

* Added 3 new switch styles: "Flip", "Rocker" and "Pivot"
* Added 3 new lever variants
* Many more tweaks and bug fixes. More info here:
https://www.simpleplanes.com/Blog/View/1829113/v1-12-200-beta-is-now-available

### 1.12.128 — 2022-03-27

Fixed a bug where gauges could reset certain properties to preset values

### 1.12.126 — 2022-03-21

Gauge part now defaults to the "Speed 400" preset instead of a Custom gauge type.

### 1.12.123 — 2022-02-16

* Added pinch-zooming to first-person cameras!
* Added various new tire types to snazz up your craft's contact patches.
* Added curve direction to labels (Horizontal or Vertical).
* Added button to hide instrument panel.
* Added tooltips for levers.
* Added tooltips for flight sticks, throttles, yoke, and the cylinder grip.
* Added the ability to interact with levers, flight sticks, throttles, yokes, and the cylinder grips via mouse or touch input.
* Several bug fixes
* More info is on our blog at SimplePlanes.com/blog

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-28.*