SkyLaunch is a free and open-source flight training companion designed to support student pilots and Certified Flight Instructors throughout the Private Pilot License (PPL) journey.
Created and maintained by Ujjwal Shah, a private pilot and software engineer, SkyLaunch focuses on practical, real-world usability informed by firsthand flight training experience.
The app is provided at no cost to support the aviation training community.
Features
✈️ Adaptive Scheduling
Weather-aware flight scheduling
Intelligent maneuver prioritization
FAA-aligned prerequisite tracking
🌤️ Real-Time Weather Integration
Live METAR data from AviationWeather.gov
Crosswind and runway analysis
Flight category classification
Training suitability insights
📊 Progress Tracking
Detailed flight log management
Training task completion tracking
Visual progress indicators
Training pace estimation
👨✈️ CFI Tools
Student management
Maneuver grading
Digital endorsement tracking
Open-Source Project
SkyLaunch is an open-source application created for educational and community benefit.
View the source code and contribute on GitHub:
👉 https://github.com/unshah/SkyLaunch.io
Additional Information
Free to use
No ads
No in-app purchases
No subscriptions
Developer
Ujjwal Shah