6 Easy Steps to Get the Most Out of AirspaceTracker
Master the skies in minutes — from tracking planes and drones to exploring past
flights — with these simple steps and quick video guides.
Whether you’re a lifelong aviation enthusiast, a drone hobbyist, or simply curious about
what’s
flying above you, the
AirspaceTracker app puts the entire sky in your hands. Our 3D flight tracking app lets you
follow airplanes, helicopters,
drones, and more — anywhere in the world, in real time. You can even explore past flight
history, set up custom Airspace
alerts, and monitor drone activity with precision.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through six simple steps to unlock everything the
AirspaceTracker app can do.
Each section includes a short video so you can see exactly how it works and start exploring
like a pro!
Step 1: Navigate the Skies Like a Pro
AirspaceTracker offers two powerful ways to explore your
Airspace: • Touch Mode: : Move your location on the right side
of the screen and
adjust your view on the left. • Gyro Mode: : Tilt your device to look around, just
like scanning the
skies from a control tower.
Pro Tip: Zoom in on bubbles (aircraft) or cubes (drones) for an up-close
perspective. For the best experience, use AirspaceTracker on a tablet.
Step 2: Jump Anywhere with the GoTo Button
The GoTo tool makes it easy to search and instantly view
any location
or aerial activity. Search by:
• Flight number, tail number, registration, or drone ID
• Airport code or name
• City, address, coordinates, or altitude
• Airline name to see all live flights
Whether you’re plane spotting, checking on a loved one’s flight, or
exploring new skies, the GoTo feature puts you there in seconds.
Step 3: Explore Past Flight History with
Playback Mode
With Playback Mode, you can revisit the skies exactly as
they were
before January 1, 2023. Watch takeoffs, landings, or major events as
they happened.
Pro Tip: Zoom and pan during playback to capture every detail of
air traffic movement.
Step 4: Stay Alert to What Matters Most
The Alerts feature keeps you informed of important activity
in your
Airspace. Set notifications for: • Geofence: Alerts when aircraft or drones enter
your custom zone • Near Miss: Detects close aerial encounters
• Go Around: Flags aborted landings • Runway Incursion: Detects unauthorized runway
entries
Customize alerts by location, radius, and altitude so you only get the
notifications you care about
Step 5: Personalize Your View with Settings
Make the AirspaceTracker app your own by adjusting the
Settings menu:
• Switch between 2D and immersive 3D views
• Show or hide bubbles, cubes, logos, and flight numbers
• Toggle Near Miss Detection on or off
• Control daylight automatically or manually
These settings let you fine-tune your tracking experience for exactly
how you like to monitor the skies.
Step 6: Spot and Track Drones in Real Time
AirspaceTracker is also a powerful drone tracking app.
Visit
drone-active zones like KFLL to see cubes marking each drone’s
position and movement. Cube colors change based on proximity,
so you’ll know when something’s nearby.
Zoom in for precise movement tracking — ideal for drone hobbists, aviation
enthusiasts, and security monitoring.
Yes. While the app works on many smartphones, we recommend using
a
tablet
for
the
best
3D camera and control experience.
AirspaceTracker uses real-time flight and drone data for highly
accurate
positioning
and
movement tracking.
Yes. Drones appear as cubes with color-coded proximity
indicators so
you can
see
when
they’re near.
Yes. The Playback Mode lets you explore flights and Airspace
activity before
January
1,
2023.
Military aircraft visibility depends on public tracking
availability
and
regional restrictions.
