Comparison

Sporty's E6B Flight Computer vs AirportData

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Sporty's E6B Flight Computer

This aviation calculator app offers 27 functions for navigation, fuel calculations, and conversions. It includes a versatile timer for tracking multiple time zones and performing countdowns with alerts. Designed for pilots, it simplifies complex flight planning and in-flight computations.

Highlights
  • 27 Aviation Functions
  • 22 Aviation Conversions
  • Navigational Calculations
  • Fuel Calculations
  • Advanced Timer/Clock
  • Zulu, Local, and Home Time Tracking
  • Basic Arithmetic Calculator
Features
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Based on Sporty’s popular handheld E6B Electronic Flight Computer, the E6B app has been designed from the ground up to make the most of iOS on the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch, and MacOS on Apple Computers. The software is based on the tried and true formulas and algorithms developed over the years by Sporty’s team of over 50 pilots. Its pilot-friendly design makes quick work of any navigational, conversion or fuel problem and it also performs conventional arithmetic calculations. The advanced timer/clock feature simultaneously tracks Zulu, Local and Home time zones. The timer counts either up or down, and will display an alert when reaching zero. 27 AVIATION FUNCTIONS -Pressure & Density Altitude -Planned True Airspeed -Heading and Groundspeed -Compass Heading -Leg Time -Fuel Required -Crosswind, Headwind and Tailwind -Cloud Base and Freezing Level -Actual True Airspeed -Actual True Altitude -Wind Speed and Direction -Groundspeed -Planned Mach Number -Required True Airspeed -Required Calibrated Airspeed -Distance Flown -Endurance -Fuel per Hour -Actual Mach Number -Percent Mean Aerodynamic Chord (MAC) -Hydroplane Speed -Required Rate of Climb -Specific Range -Pivotal Altitude -Top of Descent -Required Rate of Descent -Glide Distance 22 AVIATION CONVERSIONS -Celsius :: Fahrenheit -Nautical Miles :: Statute Miles -Nautical Miles :: Kilometers -Feet :: Meters -Pounds :: Kilograms -Avgas Gallons :: Pounds -Jet A Gallons :: Pounds -Gallons :: Liters -Hours/Minutes/Seconds :: Hours -Climb FT/NM :: Climb Percent -Climb FT/NM :: Climb Degrees CALCULATOR -Perform basic math without having to exit the application CLOCK/TIMER -Simultaneous tracking of Zulu, Home and Local time zones -Advanced timer counts up or down and operates independently so you can perform other calculations while the timer is running -Upon reaching zero in the countdown mode, a message will display no matter what app is active – a useful feature for missed approaches, switching fuel tanks, etc.

About

AirportData

Features
Currently charting
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Look up any airport — frequencies, live weather, runways, and more. AirportData gives pilots, aviation enthusiasts, and travelers instant access to: - Radio frequencies (Tower, Ground, ATIS, Approach, and more) - Live METAR and TAF weather reports with decoded details - Runway information including surface, length, and lighting - Airport search by city, ZIP code, or current GPS location - Nearby airport discovery within a customizable radius - Favorites and personal notes for quick reference All data is sourced from OurAirports (public domain) and NOAA Aviation Weather Center (public domain). No account or subscription required.

Screenshots

Sporty's E6B Flight Computer4 screens
AirportData4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: AirportData at $0.99 against Sporty's E6B Flight Computer's $9.99. AirportData also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks). Sporty's E6B Flight Computer's advantage is chart position (#6 vs #165) and device support (5 vs 3). On ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Sporty's E6B Flight Computer costs $9.99 and AirportData $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sporty's E6B Flight Computer ships an update every 4 weeks, AirportData weekly. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Sporty's E6B Flight Computer versus AirportData: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSporty's E6B Flight ComputerAirportData
Price$9.99$0.99 — better
Rating4.9 (5.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews59.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings5.3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#6 — better#165
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSporty's Pilot ShopClaude Cannafarina

Bugs and requests

Sporty's E6B Flight Computer

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Keyboard not working on iPad and iOS 26
  • Pressure altitude tool not accepting certain numbers
  • Weight and balance not accepting decimal points
  • Heading and groundspeed calculations not working
  • Density altitude calculation issues
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  • Keyboard issues causing number scrambling

Requested features

8 requests
  • Add weight and balance feature
  • Improve Apple Watch support
  • Add cold temperature correction for DA and MDA
  • Add glide path calculation to TOD
  • Add time calculation like on electronic E6B
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  • Allow inputting required rate of climb
  • Add magnetic variation input field
  • Add more metric unit support

AirportData

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Sporty's E6B Flight Computer

No in-app purchases

None

AirportData

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sporty's E6B Flight Computer free?
Sporty's E6B Flight Computer costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is AirportData free?
AirportData costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sporty's E6B Flight Computer or AirportData have ads?
Neither Sporty's E6B Flight Computer nor AirportData shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sporty's E6B Flight Computer or AirportData?
Sporty's E6B Flight Computer ships an update every 4 weeks, and AirportData weekly. Most recently, Sporty's E6B Flight Computer was updated on October 15, 2026 and AirportData on October 15, 2026.
Which is more popular, Sporty's E6B Flight Computer or AirportData?
Sporty's E6B Flight Computer currently peaks at #6 in the App Store charts, and AirportData at #165. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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