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Weekend Flyer

Weekend Flyer

by Thomas Court Software Development, LLC

15 ratings
14 reviews
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Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 16, 2016
  • January 23, 2022

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About

Plan your flights days in advance by visualizing future weather conditions. This app provides a clear picture of flying weather for the contiguous United States, helping pilots make more practical flight decisions.

✓Future weather visualization for flights
✓Color-coded flight category stations
✓Thunderstorm and high wind indicators
✓Cloud coverage and precipitation display
✓Wind barbs for surface and aloft winds
✓Interactive route planning with time slider
✓Route simulation and departure time optimization
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What's New in Weekend Flyer

1.8.8

January 23, 2022

Fix for black screens when in dark mode.

User reviews

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Wind data not updating

Unable to fix using link to website
hktivohktivo

Fast, easy and free!

Quickest way to check the days weather for flying or or any outdoor activity. Very straightforward user interface and a complete user guide provided. Slider for the days weather can’t be beat to see an hour-by-hour depiction of what’s coming.
N34FT RV-6AN34FT RV-6A

Not updating

I tried to fix this with the repair tool which didn’t work so I deleted it and reinstalled it but that didn’t work either. The app is useless unless you can get it to update!
Skyking1Skyking1

Response from developer

I just noticed the negative reviews are still around for my app. It was down for a couple of weeks when NOAA rearranged their website. Since my app became free I’m only able to provide a limited amount of time to it. And as my app doesn’t nag for a review as many do it only has a small number of reviews and rating. Please consider updating your review/rating.

Complete Garbage

Got an error as soon as I opened the app. Useless.
172Capt172Capt

Response from developer

I just noticed the negative reviews are still around for my app. It was down for a couple of weeks when NOAA rearranged their website. Since my app became free I’m only able to provide a limited amount of time to it. And as my app doesn’t nag for a review as many do it only has a small number of reviews and rating. Please consider updating your review/rating.

App not updating

This was a great tool but it now fails to update weather in spite of what their website indicates. Effectively useless until they fix the link to NWS.
freqflyer11freqflyer11

Response from developer

I hope you gave the app another chance since. It was down for a couple of weeks before I could fix it. NOAA has a bad habit of rearranging their website.

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FAQ

What is the main purpose of Weekend Flyer?

Weekend Flyer helps pilots plan flights by visualizing weather conditions up to several days into the future. It presents NOAA forecast data for nearly every airport with an automated weather station in a clear, easy-to-understand format.

Does Weekend Flyer cover Alaska and Hawaii?

No, Weekend Flyer is limited to the contiguous United States (the lower 48 states) and does not provide weather data for Alaska or Hawaii.

How does Weekend Flyer display weather information?

The app uses a high-resolution map similar to VFR Wall Planners, with weather stations color-coded for flight categories (VFR, MVFR, IFR, LIFR). It also shows thunderstorms, high winds, cloud coverage, precipitation, and wind barbs.

Can I plan specific routes with Weekend Flyer?

Yes, you can easily create and edit routes by long-pressing on airports on the map. The app uses winds aloft to determine estimated time en route and allows you to simulate flights or find optimal departure times.

Is Weekend Flyer a replacement for an Electronic Flight Bag or FAA weather briefing?

No, Weekend Flyer is not a replacement for an Electronic Flight Bag app or an official FAA weather briefing. It is intended as a supplementary tool for flight planning.

What is the update frequency for Weekend Flyer?

The app was last updated on January 23, 2022, with version 1.8.8. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates it receives periodic maintenance and feature additions.

What devices does Weekend Flyer support?

Weekend Flyer is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

What is the user rating for Weekend Flyer?

Weekend Flyer has a rating of 3.9 stars based on 15 ratings. This suggests generally positive user reception, though there is room for improvement.