ADS-B Exchange

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Access real-time and historical data of any and all airborne aircraft.

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Use it when

Covers all airborne aircraft

Watch for

Check the docs depth and real endpoint shape before assuming production fit.

First check

Start by accessing the API endpoints directly as no authentication is required. Visit the official website for data access details.

Auth

none

CORS

HTTPS

Yes

Signup

None

Latency

1082 ms

Protocol

REST

Pricing

free

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About this API

ADS-B Exchange provides access to both real-time and historical data for all airborne aircraft. It aggregates data from a wide range of sources to offer comprehensive flight tracking information.

Developers interested in aviation, transportation analytics, or air traffic monitoring can use this API to build applications that visualize aircraft positions, analyze flight patterns, or validate aircraft information. The lack of authentication requirements simplifies access and integration.

This API is relevant for projects needing broad coverage of airborne aircraft data without restrictions, making it a useful resource for aviation enthusiasts, researchers, and developers focused on transportation data.

What you can build

1Display real-time aircraft positions on a map
2Generate historical flight path visualizations
3Validate aircraft identification and status
4Monitor air traffic patterns over time

Strengths & limitations

Strengths

Covers all airborne aircraft
Includes real-time and historical data
No authentication required

Example request

Generic template — replace <endpoint> with the real path from the docs.

curl https://www.adsbexchange.com/data/<endpoint>

Getting started

Start by accessing the API endpoints directly as no authentication is required. Visit the official website for data access details.

FAQ

Do I need an API key to use ADS-B Exchange?+

No, ADS-B Exchange does not require authentication or an API key.

What type of data does ADS-B Exchange provide?+

It provides real-time and historical data for airborne aircraft.

Can I access the API from a browser?+

Yes, since no authentication is required, you can access it directly from a browser.

Is HTTPS required to access the API?+

The documentation does not specify, but using HTTPS is recommended for security.

Technical details

CORS: NoHTTPS: YesSignup: NoOpen source: No

Auth type: none
Pricing: free
Protocols: REST
Response time: 1082 ms