Flightradar24 is an application developed by Flightradar24 AB, a Swedish company. It provides real-time flight information and global flight tracking services. Flightradar24's data comes from multiple sources, including ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) receivers, airlines, and airport control towers, among others. These data are integrated into a global network, providing users with accurate and real-time flight information and route tracking services.
History#
In 2006, the founders of Flightradar24, Svenska Resenätverket AB, began researching ADS-B technology and attempted to apply it to real-time flight tracking services. ADS-B technology is an aviation communication device that automatically broadcasts aircraft position, speed, altitude, heading, and other information. Due to the widespread use of this technology, the founders of Flightradar24 believed that global real-time flight tracking services could be achieved through ADS-B technology and began development work on Flightradar24.
With the efforts of the founders of Flightradar24, the technology and services of Flightradar24 have gradually developed and grown. To date, Flightradar24 has become one of the world's largest flight tracking platforms, with millions of downloads of its application and millions of active users. At the same time, the technology and services of Flightradar24 have also been adopted by airlines, air traffic management agencies, and other professional organizations, making important contributions to the operation and safety of the aviation industry.
Data Sources#
The tracking principle of Flightradar24 is to receive the ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) signals of flights to obtain aircraft positions and flight information. ADS-B is a self-broadcasting surveillance system that uses GPS receivers and data broadcasting devices on aircraft to broadcast aircraft positions, altitudes, speeds, headings, and other relevant information to ground stations and other aircraft. Flightradar24 uses its own ADS-B receiving stations to receive and process ADS-B signals, and then transmits the data to Flightradar24 servers for user access.
Flightradar24 not only receives ADS-B signals but also obtains flight information and route planning through flight plans, air traffic control systems, and other data sources. This information is integrated into Flightradar24's database, allowing users to access real-time and historical flight information and route planning.
Features#
The main features of Flightradar24 include:
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Real-time flight tracking: Flightradar24 provides real-time flight tracking services, including flight numbers, aircraft models, routes, takeoff and landing times, speeds, altitudes, and more. Users can view flight information through maps or lists and filter and search as needed.
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Flight history: Flightradar24 provides historical information about flights, including flight paths, flight altitudes, routes, and more. Users can view flight history to understand flight conditions and historical paths.
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Flight delay and cancellation information: Flightradar24 provides flight delay and cancellation information, allowing users to adjust their travel plans in a timely manner and find alternative flights and routes.
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Flight predictions: Flightradar24 can predict arrival and departure times of flights based on historical and real-time data and provide real-time updates on flight status.
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Global air traffic status: In addition to flight tracking services, Flightradar24 also provides information on global air traffic, including congestion, flight altitudes, routes, and more. Users can view the global air traffic status to understand the situation and trends of global air traffic.
Characteristics#
The characteristics of Flightradar24 mainly include:
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Real-time: Flightradar24 provides real-time flight information and route tracking services, allowing users to stay updated on flight dynamics anytime, anywhere.
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Global coverage: Flightradar24 covers flight information and route tracking services worldwide, including commercial flights, private aircraft, military aircraft, and more.
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Multiple views: Flightradar24 offers multiple views, including map view, 3D view, satellite view, and more, allowing users to choose the most suitable view for themselves.
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Multiple platforms: Flightradar24 supports multiple platforms, including iOS, Android, and web, allowing users to use the Flightradar24 application on different devices.
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