3.4.6
2024-02-17
Bug fixes
3.4.5
2023-06-13
The Apple Watch version of the E6B app will automatically switch to using the temperature, pressure, speed, fuel and altitude unit preferences set on the iPhone version of the app (e.g. hPA instead of InHg for pressure, or Liters instead of Gallons for fuel).
3.4.4
2023-01-14
Fix for an incorrect keyboard warning alert on some devices
3.4.2
2022-10-21
v3.4
Includes two new conversions: Avgas liters to pounds and Jet-A liters to pounds
v3.4.1
Fix for Jet-A pounds conversion input bug
v3.4.2
Increase decimal places for weight and balance arm input field.
3.4
2022-10-13
Includes two new conversions: Avgas liters to pounds and Jet-A liters to pounds
3.3.4
2022-08-01
-Fix for incorrect density altitude result in the Planned True Airspeed function
-Bug fixes
3.3.3
2022-07-12
v3.3.3
Fixes a bug that blocks the keyboard on certain models of iPad.
v3.3.2
Fixes a bug in certain functions headings would display as negative.
v3.3.1
Fixes a bug that could cause the entry pad to display incorrectly when the on-screen keyboard is set to the Split or Floating configuration
v3.0
Adds 9 new Functions and Conversions:
- Freezing Level > computes the approximate freezing level based on the surface temperature and dew point
- Hydroplane Speed > determines the speed at which your tires will dynamically hydroplane based on tire pressure (PSI)
- Compass Heading > calculates True, Magnetic and Compass Heading when planning a cross-country flight
- Pivotal Altitude > useful when flying the Eights on Pylons maneuver during Commercial Pilot training
- Actual True Altitude > determine your actual height above mean sea level, based on temperature variations
- Glide Distance > calculates how far your airplane can glide based on glide ratio and height above the ground
- Climb Conversions > convert climb requirements from percent or degrees to Ft/NM
3.3.2
2022-07-07
Adds 9 new Functions and Conversions:
- Freezing Level > computes the approximate freezing level based on the surface temperature and dew point
- Hydroplane Speed > determines the speed at which your tires will dynamically hydroplane based on tire pressure (PSI)
- Compass Heading > calculates True, Magnetic and Compass Heading when planning a cross-country flight
- Pivotal Altitude > useful when flying the Eights on Pylons maneuver during Commercial Pilot training
- Actual True Altitude > determine your actual height above mean sea level, based on temperature variations
- Glide Distance > calculates how far your airplane can glide based on glide ratio and height above the ground
- Climb Conversions > convert climb requirements from percent or degrees to Ft/NM
Fixes a bug that could cause the entry pad to display incorrectly when the on-screen keyboard is set to the Split or Floating configuration
Fixes a bug in certain functions headings would display as negative.
3.3.1
2022-06-28
Adds 9 new Functions and Conversions:
- Freezing Level > computes the approximate freezing level based on the surface temperature and dew point
- Hydroplane Speed > determines the speed at which your tires will dynamically hydroplane based on tire pressure (PSI)
- Compass Heading > calculates True, Magnetic and Compass Heading when planning a cross-country flight
- Pivotal Altitude > useful when flying the Eights on Pylons maneuver during Commercial Pilot training
- Actual True Altitude > determine your actual height above mean sea level, based on temperature variations
- Glide Distance > calculates how far your airplane can glide based on glide ratio and height above the ground
- Climb Conversions > convert climb requirements from percent or degrees to Ft/NM
Fixes a bug that could cause the entry pad to display incorrectly when the on-screen keyboard is set to the Split or Floating configuration
3.3
2022-06-23
Adds 9 new Functions and Conversions:
- Freezing Level > computes the approximate freezing level based on the surface temperature and dew point
- Hydroplane Speed > determines the speed at which your tires will dynamically hydroplane based on tire pressure (PSI)
- Compass Heading > calculates True, Magnetic and Compass Heading when planning a cross-country flight
- Pivotal Altitude > useful when flying the Eights on Pylons maneuver during Commercial Pilot training
- Actual True Altitude > determine your actual height above mean sea level, based on temperature variations
- Glide Distance > calculates how far your airplane can glide based on glide ratio and height above the ground
- Climb Conversions > convert climb requirements from percent or degrees to Ft/NM
Fixes a bug that could cause the entry pad to display incorrectly when the on-screen keyboard is set to the Split or Undocked configuration
3.2.2
2022-03-23
bug fixes
3.2.1
2022-02-26
We've made it easier to add a function or conversion to your favorites list.
3.2
2022-02-22
Improved pressure and density altitude formula for a more accurate calculation result.
Better compatibility with AppleWatch.
Performance improvements.
3.1.1
2021-03-26
Fix for missing direction indicator when calculating runway crosswind and headwind.
3.1
2021-01-07
Includes new Weight and Balance feature for quick preflight calculations
3.0.4
2020-09-10
Includes a newly redesigned E6B app for Apple Watch, allowing you to access every function and conversion from your wrist
3.0.3
2020-08-12
Adds ability to remove favorite functions/conversions from the home screen, and adds tab bar buttons at the bottom of the keypad on iPhone for faster app navigation.
3.0.2
2020-08-06
v3.0
- Sporty's E6B was updated with a fresh new design and layout for improved usability during preflight and in the cockpit:
- new tab bar menu for quicker navigation in the app
- improved font sizing and colors improve the readability of calculations on all device types
- includes new dark mode option
v3.0.1 - Fixes bug which prevented entry of certain values in Barometric Pressure field in the Pressure/Density Altitude function
v3.0.2 - Fixes bug where the calculator function would remove decimal places for certain calculations
NOTE: the Sporty's E6B Apple Watch app is undergoing maintenance and will be removed from your device after installing this update. Check back soon for another free E6B update which will include an all-new E6B watch app.
3.0.1
2020-08-04
v3.0.1 - Fixes bug which prevented entry of certain values in Barometric Pressure field in the Pressure/Density Altitude function
v3.0 - Sporty's E6B was updated with a fresh new design and layout for improved usability during preflight and in the cockpit:
- new tab bar menu for quicker navigation in the app
- improved font sizing and colors improve the readability of calculations on all device types
- includes new dark mode option
NOTE: the Sporty's E6B Apple Watch app is undergoing maintenance and will be removed from your device after installing this update. Check back soon for another free E6B update which will include an all-new E6B watch app.
3.0
2020-07-30
Sporty's E6B was updated with a fresh new design and layout for improved usability during preflight and in the cockpit:
- new tab bar menu for quicker navigation in the app
- improved font sizing and colors improve the readability of calculations on all device types
- includes new dark mode option
NOTE: the Sporty's E6B Apple Watch app is undergoing maintenance and will be removed from your device after installing this update. Check back soon for another free E6B update which will include an all-new E6B watch app.
2.4.3
2019-09-26
Fix for the broken menu button on certain devices running iOS 13.
2.4.2
2017-10-24
-Updates for iOS 11
-Fixed bug where menu header button can go missing
2.4.1
2017-03-07
Version 2.4.1
-Fixes a rare crash for users on iOS8.
Version 2.4
-We added 22 aviation calculations to the Apple Watch, allowing you to perform all of the E6B calculations right from your wrist
-Now use 3D touch on home screen icon to instantly access your favorite functions (iPhone 6S or newer)
-Minor bug fixes and user interface improvements
Version 2.3
-Enables split-screen multitasking for iPad Air 1/2, iPad Pro and iPad Mini 2/3/4. When in any app, swipe from the right edge of the screen to access the full E6B app without leaving the app you're currently using.
-Enables slide-over multitasking for iPad Air 2, iPad Pro and iPad Mini 4. This allows you to run the E6B side-by-side with other compatible apps.
-Screen layout optimized for iPhone 7 & 7+
-Adds native app support for Apple watchOS 2, allowing you to use the E6B app on your watch without being connected to your iPhone.
2.4
2017-02-06
Version 2.4
-We added 22 aviation calculations to the Apple Watch, allowing you to perform all of the E6B calculations right from your wrist
-Now use 3D touch on home screen icon to instantly access your favorite functions (iPhone 6S or newer)
-Minor bug fixes and user interface improvements
Version 2.3
-Enables split-screen multitasking for iPad Air 1/2, iPad Pro and iPad Mini 2/3/4. When in any app, swipe from the right edge of the screen to access the full E6B app without leaving the app you're currently using.
-Enables slide-over multitasking for iPad Air 2, iPad Pro and iPad Mini 4. This allows you to run the E6B side-by-side with other compatible apps.
-Screen layout optimized for iPhone 7 & 7+
-Adds native app support for Apple watchOS 2, allowing you to use the E6B app on your watch without being connected to your iPhone.
2.3.1
2016-03-31
-Fixed a minor user interface bug that could effect older iPhones
2.3
2015-12-15
The latest version of the E6B app features a clean new interface that takes advantage of the latest iOS 9 multitasking features:
• Enables split-screen multitasking for iPad Air 1/2, iPad Pro and iPad Mini 2/3/4. When in any app, swipe from the right edge of the screen to access the full E6B app without leaving the app you're currently using.
• Enables slide-over multitasking for iPad Air 2, iPad Pro and iPad Mini 4. This allows you to run the E6B side-by-side with other compatible apps on the new model iPads.
• Screen layout optimized for iPhone 6/6+
• Adds native app support for Apple watchOS 2, allowing you to use the E6B app on your watch without being connected to your iPhone
2.2
2015-07-04
Added Apple Watch app, allowing convenient access to the aviation conversions you use the most.
2.1
2014-06-27
Updated user interface
Bug fixes
2.0.5
2013-09-18
Optimizations for iOS 7
2.0.4
2013-09-07
Fixed iPhone 4 display issue
2.0.3
2013-08-26
- improved performance of timer when app is running in the background
- corrected weight and balance issue when entering data as weight/moment
- misc bug fixes
2.0.2
2013-08-19
- Fixed bug where basic empty weight and CG would not stay saved for aircraft profiles in the weight and balance function (you will need to re-enter these values one last time after updating to version 2.0.2)
-Fixed bug on landing weight moment calculation in the weight and balance function.
2.0
2013-08-12
We’ve listened to your feedback and completely redesigned the Sporty’s E6B app to make it even better!
ALL NEW INTERFACE AND SLIDE-OVER MENU:
- new menu allows instant access to every feature in the app
- larger number fields and text size for better viewing in the airplane
- larger number entry keypad for iPhone
- iPhone 5 support
NEW WEIGHT AND BALANCE CALCULATOR:
- create and store unique aircraft profiles
- allows you to quickly compute takeoff weight/CG, zero fuel weight and landing weight/CG and instantly analyzes them to make sure you’re within limits
FAVORITES:
- you can now select individual functions and conversions as favorites, providing quick access to the features you use the most
CLOCK/TIMER ENHANCEMENTS:
- new Clock view for display of Zulu, Home and Local time zones
- when timer is in countdown mode, resetting it restores it to the time that was originally entered
- timer display moved to the top of the screen on iPad
OTHER IMPROVEMENTS:
- enabled copy/paste functionality from within all fields in the app
- new Cloud Base function helps you determine the approximate base of clouds above ground level
- now includes a Help Guide explaining how to use the app and all the individual features
- each function now includes a sample problem illustrating how to use it
- each pair of conversions are now displayed on the same screen, with a button to change direction of the conversion
1.3.3
2011-10-28
iOS 5.0 compatibility updates
1.3.2
2011-03-30
- Minor bug fixes
1.3.1
2011-03-27
- Minor bug fixes
1.3
2011-03-03
• New settings option for changing units in functions!
***includes option to switch between Celsius/Fahrenheit, Pressure in Inches of Mercury/Millibars (hPa), Speed in Knots/MPH, Fuel in Gallons/Liters/Pounds, Altitude in Feet/Meters, and W&B in Inch Pounds/Centimeter Kilograms)***
• New conversion for units of pressure : Inches of Mercury < > Millibars (hPa)
1.2
2010-11-18
iOS 4.2 tested
Minor bug fixes for iOS 4.2 compatibility on iPad
1.1
2010-09-09
-Sporty’s E6B app now fully supports the iPad!
-Updated visuals for iPhone 4 retina display (iOS 4)
-Timer uses the local notifications in iOS 4 to alert even when the app is closed (iOS 4)
-Restores previous function values and the selected tab on relaunch (All Platforms)
-4 New Conversions -> Jet A and Avgas pounds to gallons, gallons to pounds (All Platforms)
-Displays wind correction angle on Heading/Groundspeed function (All Platforms)