Comparison

Flight Winds vs Air Link™

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Calculates wind components
  • Dual runway display
  • Custom wind limitations
  • User-friendly interface
  • Preflight and pre-landing preparation
Features
Currently charting
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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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • Connect Air Link device
  • Configure Wi-Fi connection
  • Connect Bluetooth devices
  • Scan for Air Link
  • Manage device settings
  • Automatic connection re-establishment
Features
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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.

Screenshots

Flight Winds3 screens
Air Link™3 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard6 real differences · 3 level
Flight Winds versus Air Link™: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlight WindsAir Link™
Price$3.99Free — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 47 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#113 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFLEMINGER MEDIA LLCSailTimer Inc.

Customer experience

Flight Winds

Written reviews21 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral9.5%
Negative23.8%

Air Link™

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Flight Winds

No in-app purchases

None

Air Link™

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Flight Winds free?
Flight Winds costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Air Link™ free?
Air Link™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Flight Winds or Air Link™ have ads?
Neither Flight Winds nor Air Link™ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Flight Winds or Air Link™?
Flight Winds ships an update every 47 months, and Air Link™ every 2 months. Most recently, Flight Winds was updated on October 11, 2026 and Air Link™ on October 1, 2026.

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