Comparison

R22 vs HelicopterSchool

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

Head to head
About

R22

This flight computer app provides essential calculations for Robinson R22 helicopter pilots. It offers features for weight and balance, performance metrics like Vne and ceilings, and navigation data. Includes a digital signature load manifest for professional use.

Highlights
  • Weight and balance calculations
  • Performance calculations (Vne, ceilings)
  • Navigation data
  • Digital signature load manifest
  • Unit conversion (US/Metric)
  • "What if" scenario testing
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Gyronimo / Tim Tucker Performance Pad Flight computer for Robinson R22 Beta and Beta II helicopters. + now features a professional load manifest with digital signature + Optimized for Retina Display Requires iPad 2 or newer Tim Tucker, Robinson Helicopter Company’s Chief Instructor and Claus Richter founder of Gyronimo Systems have teamed together to produce a series of new performance apps for the Robinson R22, R44 and R66. These new apps build on the already popular Robinson apps developed by Gyronimo Systems but add the insights and knowledge of Robinson’s well known Chief Instructor. Each app includes not only weight & balance and navigation calculations, but also all critical performance calculations such as Manifold Pressure, Vne and IGE/OGE limits. A great new tool for students, instructors and professional pilots. Weight & Balance calculations have never been easier and faster. With the Gyronimo Performance Pad you can calculate weight & balance, performance and navigation data in just a few seconds! It is designed specifically for the Robinson R22 Beta and Beta II (plus weight & balance for Astro, Alpha and Standard), and contains all necessary flight and performance data. This version of the Performance Pad contains many explanations and special features for flight students. Quickly change all important values using sliders! Compare Beta and Beta II OGE and IGE performance! Calculate and compare Manifold Pressure and Never Exceed Speed Limits. This enables students and flight instructors to experiment with the values and create "what if" scenarios in no time. The Performance Pad has four main pages 1. Weight and Balance Page Set person and baggage values in seconds using the convenient sliders. Select doors on/off and left controls in/out with switch-buttons. Check the CG within it's limits immediately and on the same page! Sign the load manifest and send it as .pdf to your email address! 2. Performance Page Using the data from your Weight & Balance page the pad calculates: - Out of Ground Effect (OGE) ceiling - In Ground Effect (IGE) ceiling - Density Altitude - Maximum Continuous Power (MCP) - 5 minute take off power - Never Exceed Speed (V ne) 3. Flight Time Page - Calibrated and True Airspeed - True and Magnetic Course - Wind Correction Angle (WCA) - Compass Heading - Ground Speed - Flight Time for a specific distance 4. Helicopter Page Here you have access to the helicopter's specific data - Main and Tail Rotor dimensions and - Power Plant and Fuel - Airspeed and other limitations - Definitions - Change units from US gallons / lbs to Kg/Liter. Whether you are a professional pilot, student or flight instructor, we are sure that you will benefit from the possibilities of this revolutionary flight computer. Product Support We hope that the Performance Pad is intuitive to use, however if you have questions or reports please contact us anytime via www.gyronimo.com and we will reply usually within the same day!

About

HelicopterSchool

Features
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Prepare for your helicopter checkride with structured lessons, audio, flashcards, and quizzes built specifically for rotorcraft pilots. Study for your Private Pilot, Commercial, Instrument, CFI, and CFII checkrides. Learn key concepts, target weak areas, test your knowledge, and track your progress, all in one place. HelicopterSchool includes: • Clear, focused lessons • Aviation weather training • Audio lessons for studying anywhere • Adaptive flashcards • Customizable quizzes with instant feedback • Progress tracking and cross-device sync Build your knowledge and approach your checkride with confidence. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

HelicopterSchool4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: HelicopterSchool at Free against R22's $29.99. R22's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 9 months). On ads 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

HelicopterSchool is free to download; R22 costs $29.99 up front. HelicopterSchool sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month. R22 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

R22 ships an update every 3 months, HelicopterSchool every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
R22 versus HelicopterSchool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterR22HelicopterSchool
Price$29.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS9.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGyronimo, LLCSIRT6APPS LLC

In-app purchases

None

R22

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

HelicopterSchool

Subscriptions2
  • Full Access$24.991 Month
  • Full Access$179.991 Year

Questions

Is R22 free?
R22 costs $29.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is HelicopterSchool free?
HelicopterSchool is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do R22 or HelicopterSchool have ads?
Neither R22 nor HelicopterSchool shows ads.
Which is updated more often, R22 or HelicopterSchool?
R22 ships an update every 3 months, and HelicopterSchool every 9 months. Most recently, R22 was updated on October 23, 2026 and HelicopterSchool on October 7, 2026.

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