Flight Winds vs Air Link™
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Flight Winds
This app calculates crosswind, tailwind, and headwind components for takeoff and landing, helping pilots stay within wind limitations. It features a dual runway display and custom wind limit warnings.
- Calculates wind components
- Dual runway display
- Custom wind limitations
- User-friendly interface
- Preflight and pre-landing preparation
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FlightWinds helps pilots make faster, clearer wind decisions before takeoff and before landing. Enter the runway and wind, then instantly see headwind, tailwind, and crosswind components for the runway in use. Set your own configurable wind limits, FlightWinds will clearly show when conditions are inside or outside your preset limitations. FlightWinds keeps the workflow simple: quick input, instant calculations, and an easy-to-read display that support your preflight and pre-landing decision-making. Features: - Instant crosswind, headwind, and tailwind calculations - Dual runway display - Custom takeoff and landing wind limits - Clear warnings when your limits are exceeded - Universal app for iPhone and iPad Built by a Gold Seal FAA Flight Instructor and airline pilot for pilots who want a practical wind tool for everyday flying. Safety Notice: FlightWinds is a supplemental planning aid only. It is not certified flight equipment and must not be used as the sole source for flight planning or operational decisions. Verify all inputs, weather data, calculations, and limitations using current official sources, the applicable AFM/POH, operator procedures, and your own judgment. Weather information may be delayed, incomplete, or unavailable. The pilot in command remains responsible for the safe operation of the flight.
Air Link™
Configure and connect your Air Link device for wireless and wired marine electronics. This app allows you to set up Wi-Fi, Bluetooth connections, and manage your device settings. Once configured, the device operates independently.
- Connect Air Link device
- Configure Wi-Fi connection
- Connect Bluetooth devices
- Scan for Air Link
- Manage device settings
- Automatic connection re-establishment
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The SailTimer Air Link™ connects wireless and wired marine electronics (www.SailTimerWind.com/AirLink). Use this app to configure your Air Link. Demo video of this app being used to set up the Air Link with wifi and with the wireless SailTimer Wind Instrument: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=er_rDp_C3Xo When the app is first used, press Scan to find your Air Link, then press Connect. You can optionally connect the Air Link to the SailTimer Wind Instrument on Bluetooth, using this app. You can also connect your Air Link to wifi for an internet connection using this app. After configuring your Air Link, you can close the app (and could even turn off your phone/tablet). The Air Link will then run, and will attempt to automatically re-establish the same connections the next time it is turned on. License Agreement: https://sailtimerapp.com/Privacy_Policy_EULA_API.htm For any questions, SailTimer Tech Support is prompt and helpful. Email: info@SailTimerinc.com.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Flight Winds at 67% against Air Link™'s 0%. Flight Winds also leads on chart position (#113 vs unranked). Air Link™'s advantage is price (Free vs $3.99) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 47 months). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Air Link™ is free to download; Flight Winds costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Flight Winds ships an update every 47 months, Air Link™ every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Flight Winds | Air Link™ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3.99 | Free — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 47 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #113 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | FLEMINGER MEDIA LLC | SailTimer Inc. |
Customer experience
Flight Winds
Air Link™
In-app purchases
Flight Winds
No in-app purchases
Air Link™
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Flight Winds free?
Is Air Link™ free?
Do Flight Winds or Air Link™ have ads?
Which is updated more often, Flight Winds or Air Link™?
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