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The RadarBox Pro sells for approx 320 Euros and the 3D version for 500 Euros. Then there’s AirNav Systems’ RadarBox released in 2007.

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This has now been superceded by the SBS-3 which includes two Software Defined Radios and much more, all for approximately 500 Euros. The last model was the SBS-1eR which also included a software controlled AM/FM radio for VHF and UHF frequencies.

The market leader has long been Kinetic’s SBS-1, launched in 2005. With prices starting at around 100 Euros for a basic kit, a top of the range receiver with included software will set you back around 500 or more Euros. If you prefer to have control of your own “radar”, you will need a Mode-S receiver. Kit prices start at around 100 Euros rising to 500 Euros for an off-the-shelf solution with everything included. You can choose from a wide range of receivers including low cost kits and ready made solutions such as Kinetic’s SBS or AirNav’s RadarBox. If you want even more control, you’ll soon be thinking about getting your own Mode-S receiver to track aircraft without the need for an internet connection, handy if you like spotting at your local airport or away on holiday (but take care as some countries don’t encourage aircraft spotting!).

The PlanePlotter software runs on your local PC and you can either feed it data from your own Mode-S receiver or just view data provided by other PlanePlotter users if you have an internet connection. Moving on, for just a few Euros, you can subscribe to something called PlanePlotter and get more control over the screen layout and configure it to your personal preferences. A pair of binoculars can’t do that - yet.Īnd if you have a suitable phone, some websites also offer mobile apps with similar features and some offer augmented reality so you can point at the sky to check what aircraft it is and where it’s going. Most sites will also display the flight number and the route.

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As well as tracking flights, you can check the registration and type and view a picture of the actual aircraft. Some require a subscription but most are free and a great introduction to radarspotting. There are lots of websites where you can track aircraft flying around the world in realtime. The cheapest and easiest way to go radarspotting is using an internet connection and web browser. Or use our Links to find the best in radarspotting resources. Free support packages may be available for qualifying members. Optionally sign up for one-to-one Online Support for help with your setup and to configure your radarspotting hardware and software. Joining is Free and offers you some fantastic benefits.Īs well as receiving our monthly Newsletter, members get direct access to our unrivalled expertise and knowledge of all things Radarspotting - Mode-S receivers, software, accessories, phone apps and software extensions.

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Registration is free and you may qualify for free or discounted one-to-one help and support. Here you will find a dedicated forum, free Guides and other files, useful links and one-to-one help and support on the new radarspotting products and software. Welcome to, your online guide to aircraft spotting in the digital age. And those with smart phones can point them at the sky to check the aircraft type, registration owner and where it’s going - through walls, mountains and clouds! Today they’re equipped with ModeS data receivers, laptops, digital cameras and photo editing software. Just a few years ago, aircraft spotters would make do with scanners, binoculars and maybe a camera.

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