Meet the Future of Skywriting
The ONLY app that helps pilots of all levels
skywrite just like the pros
Simple. Loaded with Features
Precise. Accurate. Customizable
Sharpen Your Skills. Easy To Learn
Simple. Loaded with Features
Precise. Accurate. Customizable
Sharpen Your Skills. Easy To Learn
WHAT THE PROS DON'T TELL YOU
Why is Skywriting
So Hard?
In an age of Instagram, texting and digital advertising — the ‘lost’ art of skywriting may seem like an old-fashioned way to communicate.
But no matter how traditional it may seem, there’s something about skywriting that still commands our attention (and our Instagram feeds). It’s hard not to be captivated as we watch a message unfold in the sky.
But if you’re a pilot and have tried your hand at skywriting, you know it’s really, really hard. Only a handful of pilots in the world know how to do it.
After all, there’s no ‘official’ training program or certifying body. You need ideal weather conditions and the ability to draw letters backwards without seeing how it’s all connected. It’s a lot like drawing a picture in the dark.
Until now, the only way to learn has been through years of expensive trial-and-error, or being taught by one of the few remaining professional skywriters, who tend to protect their craft. We don’t think the ability to skywrite should be a secret.
With SmokeOn, we’ve simplified and standardized the entire skywriting process so that virtually any pilot can create unique sky messages quickly, precisely and consistently — just like the pros who’ve been doing it for years.
HOW DOES THE APP WORK?
Ready. Set. Skywrite.
Fly a skywriting message the first time you use the app!
Download the App
- Tutorials, diagrams and videos get you started
- Program everything on the ground before you ever take off — or create new skywriting ‘jobs’ in mid-air
- Convenient & customizable controls for in-flight safety
Pre-Flight
- Customized setup based on real-time, local conditions
- Program everything on the ground before you ever take off
- Based on your airplane's speed and abilities, the app can recommend a setup that will get you started right.
Calibrate Wind Drift and Go
Even skywriting newbies know that wind drift can play havoc with the readability of the final message. Instead of guessing, the app accommodates the discrepancy in location (caused by wind drift) by first having you fly a 90-degree corner…or what we call an ‘Initial L’.
You simply fly the first leg of an ‘L’ (where the app directs you), watching the smoke as you go. Make a turn and connect the second leg visually.
Press a button at the point of connection, and the app instantly calculates the difference between where you expected to be and your actual location. The app then fine tunes your final message location — and you’re ready to fly your first letter!
- Set the wind drift and you’re ready to start skywriting
- The app responds to your visual adjustments in real time
- All you have to do is maintain altitude, follow smoke on/off directions and keep flying each leg until the message is complete
Multiple Jobs and Post-Flight
- Create messages for any location
- Pre-program multiple jobs before you take off
- Focus on flying and have the proper spatial awareness to create precise and consistent messages time and again
Plain Text. Plane Easy.
Think skywriting is too complicated or something only a handful of highly
skilled pilots can do? Think again.
SMOKEON APP
Key App Features
The only skywriting app built by pilots for pilots.
Takes the Guesswork Out of
Skywriting
If you’ve ever wanted to try skywriting, but thought it was only for pro pilots (with years of experience) download the SmokeOn App today.
It’s the only skywriting app of its kind — loaded with intuitive, helpful features, so pilots of all abilities can create readable text messages in the sky quickly and accurately.
- All the training tutorials and videos you need to get started immediately
- Test, set and accommodate for wind drift
- Fully customizable for your unique message, location or local conditions
- Choose your altitude and offset altitude (where your audience sees the writing
- Automatically programs lettering backwards and upside down, so your message is always precise and readable
- Customized calibrations and suggestions based on your airplane’s capabilities
- Records all flight data and keeps a running tab of how you’re flying — as your abilities improve, the app automatically adjusts based on your level of expertise
- Optional audio connection for Bluetooth headset, so you can hear smoke on/smoke off instructions
What do I need to start skywriting?
- Apple iPad
- External GPS (Garmin Glo 2 recommended)
- Smoke Oil/Smoke System
- Download the SmokeOn App
FAQs
No. Right now anyone with a pilot’s license can download and use the app to do skywriting for fun or to practice. If you should ever accept monetary compensation for performing any skywriting jobs, you must have a valid commercial pilot’s license.
Yes, you can download the Pilot Guide HERE
Unfortunately, the SmokeOn app is only available for iPad mini, iPad, iPad Pro and iPhone devices. It may be available for Android or Google devices at a later date. Sign up for our mailing list and we’ll notify you with any new features and updates as they are released.
Sure, the SmokeOn app can be downloaded and works with compatible iPhones. Depending on the size of your cockpit and physical abilities, it may be harder to view the app on a smaller device while flying, which is why we recommend using an iPad mini or larger.
Download the app for $29.95 per year – which includes an annual, unlimited use license and all updates.
You get a FREE 1 month trial. To begin, just process a subscription to use in-flight navigation. You’ll be charged as a recurring transaction through your iTunes account STARTING AT THE END of your free trial (unless you cancel during the free trial). Auto-renewal may be turned off at any time by going to your settings in the App Store after purchase.
Fly the 'Write' Way
SMOKEON SKYWRITING APP
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