ADS-B Exchange
Transportation
Access real-time and historical data of any and all airborne aircraft
Auth
No Auth
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
Unknown
Common Use Cases
- •Build location-aware applications with mapping features
- •Create public transit and navigation tools
- •Develop government data dashboards and civic tech apps
Integration Guide
Review the API Documentation
Visit the official ADS-B Exchange documentation to understand available endpoints, request formats, and response structures. Familiarize yourself with the API's rate limits and usage policies before integration.
No Authentication Required
Good news — ADS-B Exchange does not require any authentication. You can start making API requests directly without registering for an API key or setting up OAuth credentials.
Use HTTPS for Secure Requests
ADS-B Exchange supports HTTPS, ensuring encrypted communication. Always use HTTPS endpoints in production to protect data in transit and comply with modern web security standards.
CORS Status Unknown — Test Before Use
The CORS status for ADS-B Exchange is unknown. Test with a simple browser-based request to verify. If CORS is not supported, set up a backend proxy to handle requests server-side.
Implement and Test
Write your API integration code, start with a simple test request to verify connectivity. Implement proper error handling for network failures, rate limits, and invalid responses. Monitor your API usage to stay within any limits.
Code Examples
JavaScript / Fetch API:
// JavaScript example
fetch("https://www.adsbexchange.com/data/")
.then(response => {
if (!response.ok) {
throw new Error(`HTTP error! status: ${response.status}`);
}
return response.json();
})
.then(data => {
console.log("API response:", data);
})
.catch(error => {
console.error("Error fetching from ADS-B Exchange:", error);
});Python / Requests:
# Python example
import requests
response = requests.get("https://www.adsbexchange.com/data/")
if response.status_code == 200:
data = response.json()
print("API response:", data)
else:
print(f"Error: {response.status_code}")