# WX View — Local aviation weather

> Pilot's aviation weather app for METAR, TAF, and flight compliance. (iPhone/iPad app by SCK Designs, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wx-view/id1176161183 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SCK Designs, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/950900567)
- Category: Weather
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2024-04-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-12
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wx-view/id1176161183/reviews.md

## What is WX View?

You are going for a local fight, or just to a neighboring airport, or a training flight -- do you really need to check the weather? FAR 91.103 says "Each pilot in command shall, before beginning a flight, become familiar with all available information concerning that flight."

That is where WX View fits in. 

• Lets you quickly check the current weather conditions (METAR) and forecasts (TAF) for the local area based on your current location.
• Gives you standard weather category (VFR, MVFR, IFR, LIFR) colors, that make the information easy to comprehend.
• Tracks the weather info that you have received to show the you have complied with FAR 91.103. 
• Allows you to customize the weather information shown to your needs. 
• Mark your favorite airports so they show up at the top of the list for easy viewing.
• And lastly, share current weather info to your pilot friends!

WX View runs on iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch. Includes complications to add to your Apple Watch face to check the weather at your nearest airport at a glance.

Time to fly!

## Key features

- Current weather conditions (METAR)
- Forecasts (TAF)
- Color-coded weather categories
- Flight compliance tracking
- Customizable weather information
- Favorite airport marking
- Weather info sharing


## Frequently asked questions about WX View

### What is WX View?

WX View is a free aviation weather application designed for pilots. It provides current weather conditions (METAR) and forecasts (TAF) for local areas, helping users comply with flight regulations.

### Does WX View have ads?

No, WX View is ad-free, offering an uninterrupted experience for pilots checking weather information.

### What devices does WX View support?

WX View is available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, with complications for quick weather checks on your Apple Watch face.

### How does WX View help with flight compliance?

WX View tracks the weather information you access, helping you demonstrate compliance with regulations like FAR 91.103, which requires pilots to be familiar with all available flight information.

### Can I customize the weather information in WX View?

Yes, WX View allows you to customize the weather information displayed to suit your specific needs and preferences.

### How often is WX View updated?

The latest version of WX View is 3.2.3, and it was last updated on September 15, 2025. Updates ensure the app remains reliable and features the latest weather data.

### What is the age rating for WX View?

WX View has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in aviation weather.

### Can I share weather information with other pilots using WX View?

Yes, WX View allows you to easily share current weather information with your pilot friends directly from the app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2.3 — 2025-09-15

Updated to work with new AWC weather service data.

### 3.2.1 — 2024-07-13

Improved the temperature/dew point setting to have a choice to always show the temperature values.

Fixed issued that occurred when you were at a location away from your favorite airports.

### 3.2.0 — 2024-05-29

Improved the temperature/dew point setting to have a choice to always show the temperature values.

### 3.1.0 — 2024-05-16

Two changes in this release:

• Favorite airports are now loaded in all cases, even when they are outside of the search radius from your current location.
• Added sunrise and sunset times to the WatchOS app, scroll to the bottom of the list to see them.

### 3.0.1 — 2024-05-04

Fixed minor issue with TAF reports.

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All apps by SCK Designs, Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/950900567

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