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.
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.
- Interactive navigation instrument modules
- IFR procedure simulator
- Holding pattern practice
- Step-by-step learning
- Built-in IFR simulator
- Real-world holding entry training
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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.
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.
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
| Parameter | IFR Trainer Flight Instruments | Aircraft Lights Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (959 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 52.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 959 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 155 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Flygo-Aviation Ltd | studio-LEAF Inc. |
In-app purchases
IFR Trainer Flight Instruments
- 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
Aircraft Lights Simulator
No in-app purchases
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