FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Flightradar.flights can be used free of charge in its basic functions.
Make sure that you are not in incognito mode with your browser. The incognito mode blocks the execution of certain data, which are necessary to fully execute the flight radar.
Flight radar shows the current air traffic in real time.
In the flight radar, use the left mouse button or your finger on the smartphone to select an aircraft to track it. You can also enter a valid flight number in the search bar.
You should find your flight number on your flight tickets. This usually consists of 4 to 6-digit numbers / letters.
Aircraft shown in blue are tracked with ADS-B via satellite. Mostly this is used over the oceans.
In the flight radar you can see the type of aircraft, the place of departure as well as the place of arrival, departure and arrival time. You can also see where the aircraft is currently located and the flight route.
What are the icons that look like a truck at airports
Those are Ground Vehicles mostly. Transponder-equipped ground vehicles enhance safety on the airfield by ensuring the vehicles can be seen by air traffic control and other vehicles and aircraft.