Iridium app for iPhone and iPad

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Developer: Mlowdermilk

0.99 USD

Current version: 2.1, last update: 8 years ago
First release : 26 May 2011
App size: 588.13 Kb

This application uses your location and the awesome Heavens-Above website to calculate the next observable Iridium Flare.

What is an Iridium Flare?

Its kind of like a predictable shooting star. If youre in the right place at the right time it can be very impressive.

According to Wikipedia its -

"The phenomenon caused by the reflective surfaces on satellites (such as antennas or solar panels) reflecting sunlight directly onto the Earth below and appearing as a brief, bright flare."

Enjoy and Happy Hunting