Comparison

AS350B3 Performance Pad vs HelicopterSchool

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

Head to head
About

AS350B3 Performance Pad

This flight computer app calculates essential performance data for the Eurocopter AS350 B3 helicopter. It offers weight and balance calculations, performance planning, and a flight computer with an integrated E6B and world map for quick flight time computations. Professional pilots and flight students can utilize its features for accurate and efficient flight planning.

Highlights
  • Weight & Balance calculations
  • Performance planning
  • Flight computer & data management
  • Integrated graphical E6B with world map
  • OGE Ceiling computation
  • Load manifest generation
  • Customizable helicopter data
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Gyronimo Performance Pad Pro AS350 B3 Flight computer for the Eurocopter AS350 B3 Compatibility: requires iPad 3 or newer, or iPad Mini Retina This app does not run on iPad 1, iPad 2 or the iPad Mini (non Retina) - WEIGHT & BALANCE - PERFORMANCE PLANNING - FLIGHT COMPUTER & DATA MANAGEMENT - INTEGRATED GRAPHICAL E6B with WORLD MAP and GPS for quick course and flight time calculations. - OGE CEILING computation with graphical display The AS350 B3 Performance Pad is a flight computer customized for the Eurocopter AS 350 B3. Weight & Balance and important performance figures as found in the flight manual will be calculated in just seconds. We recommend the Pad for professional pilots, however, it is also a great tool for flight students who want to become familiar with the complex performance calculations of turbine helicopters. A professional Load Manifest will be computed and sent to your email address. Confirm your calculations by checking the graphical displays. - Set up you own helicopter data (Basic Empty Weight, Mission Equipment etc) - Load and save unlimited flights and helicopter setups - Send data to your email - Check OGE ceiling on a new designed graphical display - Use the integrated graphical E6B with world map to quickly calculate a track. Enter wind data and variation to get a magnetic heading. Displayed on the world map. No Subscription needed! The Pad does dozends of complex calculations for you, however, it is very easy to use. Set Pressure Altitude and OAT via sliders and the following will be computed in real time: - In Ground Effect (IGE) max. Weight - Out Of Ground Effect (OGE) max. Weight. - Out of Ground Effect Ceiling (OGE Ceiling) - Corrected Weight - Rate of Climb - Fuel Consumption Contact us for a custom version or extensions. For iPad 2, iPad 3 (iOS6 recommended) DISCLAIMER: The author disclaims any liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential losses or damages in connection with your access to or use of this software. The information contained in this software is for general information purposes only.

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 AS350B3 Performance Pad's $49.99. AS350B3 Performance Pad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 2 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; AS350B3 Performance Pad costs $49.99 up front. HelicopterSchool sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month. AS350B3 Performance Pad asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AS350B3 Performance Pad ships an update every 2 months, HelicopterSchool every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
AS350B3 Performance Pad versus HelicopterSchool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAS350B3 Performance PadHelicopterSchool
Price$49.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGyronimo, LLCSIRT6APPS LLC

In-app purchases

None

AS350B3 Performance Pad

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

HelicopterSchool

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

Questions

Is AS350B3 Performance Pad free?
AS350B3 Performance Pad costs $49.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is HelicopterSchool free?
HelicopterSchool is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do AS350B3 Performance Pad or HelicopterSchool have ads?
Neither AS350B3 Performance Pad nor HelicopterSchool shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AS350B3 Performance Pad or HelicopterSchool?
AS350B3 Performance Pad ships an update every 2 months, and HelicopterSchool every 9 months. Most recently, AS350B3 Performance Pad was updated on October 11, 2026 and HelicopterSchool on October 7, 2026.

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