# ADSB Flight Tracker

> Track planes in real time on a realistic looking radar screen as well as in 3D

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.enthusiasticcoder.adsbflightmonitor](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.enthusiasticcoder.adsbflightmonitor)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.enthusiasticcoder.adsbflightmonitor`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** CodingRealLife
- **Category:** TRAVEL\_AND\_LOCAL
- **Downloads:** 628,491
- **Rating:** 3.10 / 5 (2,388 ratings)
- **Version:** 38.3.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-08
- **First published:** 2017-05-06
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 341 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.enthusiasticcoder.adsbflightmonitor)
- **Website:** [https://twitter.com/ADSBFlightTrkr](https://twitter.com/ADSBFlightTrkr)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://enthusiastic-coder.github.io/app-policies/adsb-flight-tracker.html](https://enthusiastic-coder.github.io/app-policies/adsb-flight-tracker.html)

## Description

ADSB Flight Tracker is a robust Chrome extension designed for aviation enthusiasts who want to monitor aircraft movements in real-time. It mimics the radar screens used by Heathrow air traffic controllers, providing a realistic and interactive experience to track flights locally and globally. The app connects to Virtual Radar Servers like www.adsbexchange.com but allows switching to other servers for live data.

Features include comprehensive flight filtering based on multiple parameters, direct ADS-B receiver support with compatible hardware, and a real-time GPS feature showcasing current speed, direction, and altitude. The proximity alert notifies users of nearby air traffic with visual and audible warnings.

A standout feature is the 3D View mode showcasing over 1,000 aircraft models, including airliners, military planes, helicopters, balloons, and gliders. For enhanced immersion, users with appropriately sensor-enabled Android devices can explore planes in VR with full 360-degree movement. Additional realism comes from customizable tile map servers in 3D mode. This extension empowers users to experience flight tracking like never before, combining detailed data with engaging visualizations.

## Rankings

- #88,590 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.enthusiasticcoder.adsbflightmonitor.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise ADSB Flight Tracker for long-term reliability, strong 3D visualization, rich data (including military aircraft), high configurability, and good traffic awareness. However, recurring complaints focus on pricing pressure (paywalls/subscriptions and pop-ups) and stability problems (crashes/blank screens), along with UX friction from a complex UI. Some feel the app is powerful but less approachable without paying. Overall, strong feature set with room for improvement in UX and pricing flexibility.

### Pros

- Reliable, longstanding performance and usefulness (described as the best ADS-B flight tracker and able to work flawlessly for years).
- Impressive 3D mode and real-time aircraft identification/visualization.
- Rich data coverage, including military aircraft, and less dumbed-down than some competitors.
- Very configurable and realistic, allowing users to tailor the experience.
- Useful traffic alerts and situational awareness for nearby aircraft.

### Cons

- Pricing/paywall and subscription model leads to limited free use and frequent purchase prompts (short free windows, paywall, ongoing subscriptions).
- Stability and reliability issues including crashes on launch or after use, and occasional blank screens.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.enthusiasticcoder.adsbflightmonitor)