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What Is An ADS-B Receiver?

ADS-B receivers are electronic devices that listen for radio signals from ADS-B aircraft transponders and decode them to determine aircraft positions. FlightAware has created an open-source software solution called PiAware to make aircraft data accessible to everyone. PiAware uses low-power hardware like a Raspberry Pi, a Pro Stick (an inexpensive USB adapter), and an antenna to receive signals from aircraft. Together, the software and hardware decipher and display the 1090MHz ADS-B data in SkyAware, FlightAware’s web-based map interface that allows users to view aircraft positions on a local network. The receiver also sends the data to FlightAware to provide and improve free flight tracking on flightaware.com.

PiAware Setup in 4 Easy Steps


1

Install PiAware, our free and open-source software, on your SD card.

2

Enable Wi-Fi and set your network in the configuration file.

3

Connect the receiver, power supply, and antenna into your Raspberry Pi.

4

Connect your FlightAware account to your PiAware and begin tracking local flights!

Why build an ADS-B receiver?


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Real Time Flight Tracking

SkyAware Anywhere takes your ADS-B receivers and combines them into a single map, allowing you to securely view the skies you're monitoring.
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Set It and Forget It

Installation is fast and easy, and once you complete the initial setup, FlightAware will automatically update and monitor the status of your PiAware.

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FlightAware Perks

Receive a complementary FlightAware Enterprise account ($80+ value), browse detailed aviation statistics and view ad-free maps.

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