Skytrace is a self-hosted 3D flight tracking application for ADS-B receivers that visualizes live traffic, terrain, and receiver coverage in a 3D environment.

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2026-07-30

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Why it is worth attention

It combines detailed 3D aircraft behavior (including roll and pitch) with terrain and coverage domes, all in a self-hosted package inspired by popular tools like tar1090 and ADS-B 3D.

Who it is for

  • Aviation enthusiasts with ADS-B receivers
  • Self-hosting hobbyists
  • Developers interested in 3D flight visualization
  • Radio amateurs monitoring air traffic

Use cases

  • Visualizing live local air traffic in 3D
  • Monitoring receiver coverage and terrain
  • Reviewing flight history and playback
  • Exploring worldwide airfields and runway data

Strengths

  • Easy Docker-based setup with a single command
  • Supports multiple receiver backends (tar1090, readsb, dump1090-fa)
  • Provides 3D terrain and receiver coverage domes
  • Offers detailed aircraft information and flight playback

Considerations

  • Development requires Node.js 24 and Go 1.26
  • Relies on external data sources (satellite imagery, terrain) that require internet access
  • No built-in ADS-B receiver; requires external hardware and software (e.g., dump1090)

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Self-hosted 3D ADS-B flight tracker

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