Comparison

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments vs Aircraft Lights Simulator

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

Head to head
About

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments

Master instrument flying with interactive modules and a built-in simulator. Practice navigation instruments, IFR procedures, and holding patterns. Ideal for student pilots and instructors preparing for instrument ratings.

Highlights
  • Interactive navigation instrument modules
  • IFR procedure simulator
  • Holding pattern practice
  • Step-by-step learning
  • Built-in IFR simulator
  • Real-world holding entry training
Features
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Master instrument flying with this all-in-one IFR trainer. Includes interactive modules for ADF/RMI (FREE), VOR/ILS, HSI, IFR procedures and holding patterns. Ideal for student pilots and flight instructors preparing for instrument rating (IR). • Learn & practice navigation instruments step-by-step • Use animations and interactive exercises • Train with our built-in IFR simulator • Practice real-world holding entries (parallel, teardrop, direct) ### Modules: 1. ADF/RMI Instructor (Free Trial) 2. VOR + ILS Instructor 3. HSI Trainer 4. IFR Procedure Simulator 5. Holding Pattern Instructor Whether you're preparing for your checkride, IR test, or just want to improve situational awareness, this app helps you fly safer and smarter. Designed by pilots, for pilots. ▶ Try the ADF/RMI module for free! ▶ Trusted by aviation schools worldwide. FlyGo Aviation – Elevate Your IFR Skills.

About

Aircraft Lights Simulator

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Aircraft Lights Simulator is an educational and entertainment app for exploring the flashing rhythms of aircraft anti-collision lights. Choose an aircraft and light profile to see light positions flash on an interactive 3D model in sync with the iPhone torch. Rotate the aircraft to inspect lighting positions and patterns from different angles. Features - Built-in profiles for aircraft strobe and beacon patterns - Custom profiles you can create, edit, and delete - Synchronized iPhone torch and 3D visualization - Adjustable brightness - Timing references and confidence notes - English and Japanese interface Designed for aviation enthusiasts, spotters, and anyone curious about aircraft lighting. Actual flash patterns may vary by installed equipment, modifications, and operator. Important: This app uses strong flashing light. Do not use it if you are sensitive to flashing light. Never point the torch at people, vehicles, aircraft, pilots, windows, or reflective surfaces, and do not use it near airports, roads, or railways. This app is not intended for navigation, signaling, safety, or emergency use.

Screenshots

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments4 screens
Aircraft Lights Simulator3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Aircraft Lights Simulator at none against IFR Trainer Flight Instruments's 6. Aircraft Lights Simulator also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support 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

Both are free to download. IFR Trainer Flight Instruments sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Aircraft Lights Simulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments ships an update every 6 weeks, Aircraft Lights Simulator every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
IFR Trainer Flight Instruments versus Aircraft Lights Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIFR Trainer Flight InstrumentsAircraft Lights Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (959 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews52.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings959 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size155 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFlygo-Aviation Ltdstudio-LEAF Inc.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

IFR Trainer Flight Instruments

One-time6
  • Holding Instructor$5.99
  • VOR+ILS Instructor$9.99
  • HSI Instructor$9.99
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  • IFR Simulator$11.99
  • All in one$31.99
  • All in one$37.99
None

Aircraft Lights Simulator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IFR Trainer Flight Instruments free?
IFR Trainer Flight Instruments is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Aircraft Lights Simulator free?
Aircraft Lights Simulator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do IFR Trainer Flight Instruments or Aircraft Lights Simulator have ads?
Neither IFR Trainer Flight Instruments nor Aircraft Lights Simulator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IFR Trainer Flight Instruments or Aircraft Lights Simulator?
IFR Trainer Flight Instruments ships an update every 6 weeks, and Aircraft Lights Simulator every 2 days. Most recently, IFR Trainer Flight Instruments was updated on October 26, 2026 and Aircraft Lights Simulator on October 29, 2026.

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