- Overview
- FlightRadar24 is a free online flight tracking application
- Uses real-time flight tracking and Google Maps integration
- Available on PC, smartphone and tablet devices
- Started in 2006 as ADS-B network development by Swedish aviation experts
- Key Features
- Shows live flight positions on interactive maps
- Tracks flights by flight number or exact location
- Stores flight history database with detailed information
- Allows viewing aircraft registration and transponder codes
- Provides flight status, routes and passenger information
- Technical Aspects
- Uses Casper radar technology with over 10000 terrestrial ADS-B receivers
- Combines location data with satellite signals
- Requires online connection for tracking
- Available in both free and premium versions
- Target Users
- Primary users are plane spotters planning flights
- Airport passengers checking flight status
- Non-aviation users interested in flight tracking
- Premium version offers image recognition for aircraft identification