This API provides detailed air traffic information in near real time from a geographic point defined by latitude and longitude. Its main purpose is to enable the visualization and processing of aircraft within a given area, using ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast) and MLAT (multilateration) data.
The API response includes a collection of objects, each corresponding to a detected aircraft. Among the most relevant fields are unique identifiers such as hex (ICAO hexadecimal), registration (r), and flight number (flight), which allow the aircraft to be recognized unequivocally. The aircraft type (t) and category (category) are also provided, which are useful for classifying aircraft from general aviation to executive jets or large commercial aircraft.
In terms of position and movement, the API returns precise latitude and longitude, barometric and geometric altitude, ground speed (gs), indicated airspeed (ias), true airspeed (tas), track, magnetic and true heading, as well as climb or descent rates. This data allows for calculating trajectories, detecting maneuvers, analyzing flight phases (cruise, climb, approach), and building dynamic visualizations on maps.
Estimated onboard meteorological information, such as wind, outside air temperature (OAT/TAT), and Mach number, adds operational context and is especially valuable for advanced performance analysis. In addition, navigation fields such as selected altitude in the MCP/FMS, selected heading, and QNH provide deeper insight into the status of the cockpit and flight intentions.
The API also includes data quality and integrity indicators (nic, nac_p, sil, sda), which are essential for assessing the reliability of information, especially in critical applications. Other fields such as squawk, emergency, alert, and spi allow for the detection of special or emergency situations.
Thanks to its rich and consistent structure, this API is suitable for multiple use cases: flight tracking, situational awareness systems, air traffic analysis, simulators, educational tools, and real-time visualization projects. Its design facilitates both direct consumption and integration into more complex platforms.
Receives latitude and longitude and returns nearby air traffic with ADS-B and MLAT data in near real time.
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curl --location --request GET 'https://zylalabs.com/api/11634/flight+location+data+api/21969/aircraft+information&lat=Required&/lon/=Required&lon=Required' --header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY'
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The API returns near real-time air traffic data, including aircraft identification, position (latitude and longitude), altitude, speed, heading, and operational status. It also provides meteorological information and navigation details, allowing for comprehensive flight analysis.
Key fields include unique identifiers (hex, registration, flight number), position data (latitude, longitude, altitude), speed metrics (ground speed, indicated airspeed), heading information, and operational status indicators (squawk, emergency, alert).
The response data is structured as a collection of objects, each representing a detected aircraft. Each object contains fields for identification, position, movement, and operational status, making it easy to parse and utilize for various applications.
Typical use cases include flight tracking, situational awareness systems, air traffic analysis, educational tools, and real-time visualization projects. The detailed data supports applications in aviation safety, research, and simulation.
Data accuracy is maintained through the use of ADS-B and MLAT technologies, which provide real-time positional information. Additionally, the API includes quality indicators (nic, nac_p) to assess the reliability of the data.
The primary parameters for the endpoint are latitude and longitude, which define the geographic point for retrieving nearby aircraft data. Users can customize requests by specifying these coordinates to focus on specific areas of interest.
Users can analyze the returned data to track aircraft movements, assess flight phases, and visualize air traffic on maps. The detailed fields allow for calculations of trajectories and performance analysis, enhancing situational awareness.
If the API returns partial or empty results, users should check the specified latitude and longitude for accuracy. Additionally, consider expanding the search area or adjusting the request parameters to capture more aircraft data.
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