Spot Assist Skydiving Tool Reviews

by Tathomascoii

After last update app won’t even open.
Needs work.
Before then great app

by FluffyRAM

I have not purchased any extras but I'm a little disappointed - it seems to be not much more than a glorified map that marks known global DZs, then overlays weather and shows approach pattern based on wind speed.
Yes, it's nice to see satellite imagery for a DZ I may visit, but I can do that on any map App b
But there are so many missed opportunities (or features that I just couldn't find so are not intuitive at all!)
No links to all those DZ websites.
Canopy selection - I can add custom which is nice, but I could not find a way to edit or delete canopies, and you can't tell which is selected (I ended up with 3x "my canopy" with incorrect stats while trying to figure it out, now I seem stuck with them!).
Set exit altitude?
Set canopy deployment altitude?
Being able to adjust the DZ's target pad is nice (students v experienced may differ, etc), but there is no way to set it back to the default if you move it accidentally.
OK - that was just a quick review based on first findings. I will update if things change/improve.
Thanks.

by Arnewcomb

What the dilly yo?

by 15thClub

SpotAssistSkydivingTool is missing a module to calculate the exit spot. Once the jump altitude is plugged in, the exit spot can easily calculated given the current winds. Further, the user will have to make adjustments to a landing pattern if the software determines that the best pattern will take the skydiver over an active runway below 1,000' AGL. Just a few more additions and this will be an outstanding application for skydivers. And if the extra modules cost a little bit more money, I'd be willing to pay for it.

by Brian N FL

The program works great. I would like to see it on my computer instead of my phone. My eyes are not 20 years old any longer....

by SkyJumper45

I’ve used spot assist for 3 yrs now had no problem. After the recent update 4 days ago SpotAssistSkydivingTool no longer turns on or works. Has anyone else had this same issue?

by Sk8erDoug1234

App continues to crash after attempting to restore previous purchases

by Oriona51

This is exactly what I needed. Flying a powdered paraglider I like to know surface level wind speed and winds aloft. SpotAssistSkydivingTool is simple to look at and understand. Knowing the cloud deck height with forested models is great too if you want to fly above them. The graph is very simplistic which is a good thing. Only the necessary data is shown so there’s no clutter. I wouldn’t change anything about this. You don’t even have to choose a location. You just move the part of the map into view and the data is automatically pulled for that area.

I searched a long time looking at weather, wind and aviation apps and none of them provided a simple all in one solution for the data SpotAssistSkydivingTool provides.

by Snow Hunter

quite honestly I dont know how we were planning the jump before the spot assist app time. Based on the current wind condition it shows good spot, pattern, crab angles. All of this information is laid on the map so a pilot knows exactly where she/he needs to be at in relation to the ground. Brilliant and very useful for all levels!

by AFFSenior

Like any “application “, take the info with a grain of salt and a generous dose of common sense. I’m still in training, but one of my mentors turned me on to this and I find myself checking it all the time. I’ve worked outdoors all my life and this gives a greater picture of weather and conditions than normal radar. The daily info I received from this program combined with my lifetime knowledge gives me a much better understanding of weather patterns in our area and makes this a very valuable tool.

by Dfa2006

Super awesome app! Great tool that takes all the raw wind data from local sites and converts it to an easy to use, dummy proof app! Well worth the few bucks to unlock it's full potential. I mean come on guys whats a few bucks, just one less beer and the end of the jumping day. Very handy also if your planning X-country jumps. Who ever made this your a genius, and must of took some time on this. Thank you very much.
Blue Skies!
- Zach Mehoff

by Tdkme

I bought this tool as I just got AFF certified and was having problems with my landing pattern. I still make adjustments before I jump, but this has helped me get a better understanding of increasing my legs based upon wind and where I need to in relation to the wind. In order for SpotAssistSkydivingTool to helpful, you need to pay for the weather add on because it adjusts your pattern according to wind direction and velocity. Thank you for helping out the novice jumpers.

by SNE Skydiver

Great one stop shop for info and guidance. I'm a newer skydiver and the map/landing pattern tool is helping with my landing accuracy. Haven't tested the accuracy of the spotting overlay but it's a nice supportive visual reminder. The weather/wind direction and forecast features are great. This version is a great start and I can't wait to see how SpotAssistSkydivingTool evolves.

by Flygrrl

I never planned on actually needing SpotAssistSkydivingTool , then it happened. Last week there was a location change about an hour before wheels up and I found myself landing at an airport I've never been to. I remembered SpotAssistSkydivingTool and it rocked. It allowed me to see where the winds were coming from and meshed with Google maps, so I was easily able to pick out landmarks and make a plan. When I was sitting at 8,000ft on the end of Stearman's wing, it was too easy to guide the pilot right over the airport and into the wind, lining up the perfect spot. The jump went off perfectly, thanks in part to SpotAssistSkydivingTool and the piece of mind it offers so you can plan for success. Five stars.

by AeropixDerek

SpotAssistSkydivingTool rocks for showing almost instant very accurate weather for my Dropzone, even though there is no internet weather station here. I guess SpotAssistSkydivingTool interpolates the weather sources nearby and it does a great job of it. The landing pattern tool is a great help for me and made my landings right on target the last 5 jumps - a great tool for my 30 jump experience level though I'm sure I'll use it for all my future jumps because it shows a nice satellite view of the DZ with landing pattern overlayed! Oh my DZ (Dubai) wasn't on the list but after one email the developer had input all the data within 24hr! That's amazing service and a really good app!!

by Tikkinen

Does everything is says it does...and does it very well. Intuitive and easy to understand ...for skydivers.
(And yes, it’s working again)

by Qweettytrr

There was something weird going on with SpotAssistSkydivingTool . Restarted it and it works as advertised now.

by Wjfjgjdowoccoanabcjrofksb

I already paid for features, got a new phone, and now my features are lost.

by ESFdrummer

Buy all the features, they’re worth it. It just helps to visualize everything you’re gonna be using while jumping. Lots of great add ons you don’t get unless you purchase. Blue skies y’all!

by Dj042304

The cutaway finder worked perfectly in helping locating my parachute. Simple as entering the cutaway location, altitude and date time. It shows the path based on the winds at that time. My parachute was within a couple hundred feet with the last arrow.

Thank You!