A real sky.
A little context.
Mach 2 turns aircraft positions and flight information into a small window on the world. Here’s where the information comes from, and what to expect.
From the sky to your shelf
Good data makes
the difference.
Aircraft broadcast their position using ADS-B. Receiver networks collect those signals. Our managed service combines aircraft positions with a route engine built in-house, then sends the display its next view of the sky.
- 01Aircraft signals
Position, altitude, speed, and identity when broadcast.
- 02Receiver networks
Cloud positions, including data from Airplanes.live.
- 03Our route engine
Origin and destination when a reliable match is available.
- 04Your Mach 2
A filtered view of aircraft around your chosen location.
Will every aircraft have a route?
No. Some aircraft don’t broadcast a usable identity, and a matching flight or route may be unavailable. Coverage varies by location, altitude, aircraft, and receiver activity. Missing information is not a guarantee that your display is faulty.
Do I need an antenna or a subscription?
You don’t need your own antenna for normal cloud overhead tracking, and there is no required FlightTrackerLED device subscription. The display needs 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and internet access. Departure Board and pre-departure flight status use your own FlightAware AeroAPI key; provider charges may apply.
Can I use my own ADS-B receiver?
Yes. Optional Local ADS-B brings a compatible receiver on your home network into the Overhead Scanner. It starts switched off. Sharing selected aircraft with the cloud for route lookup is a separate choice and also starts switched off. Local receiver data does not replace the online owner portal or all cloud services.
Where do I check coverage?
The Airplanes.live map is a useful starting point for nearby receiver coverage. Its view is not a promise that every aircraft or field will appear on your display. Ask support if you want help assessing your location before ordering.