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Every plane you see in the sky – you can now follow it from the cockpit in 3D (flight-viz.com)

393 points by coolwulf · 144 days ago · 74 comments on HN

Article summary

A website called Flight-Viz allows users to track planes in real-time and view their flight paths in 3D from a cockpit perspective. The feature uses live ADS-B data and provides a first-person view with real buildings, terrain, atmosphere, and a HUD showing altitude, speed, and heading. Users can access this feature by clicking on a plane on the map, then selecting the 'Cockpit' option from the menu. The website has received feedback and suggestions for improvement from users.

Main themes

  • Flight tracking
  • 3D visualization
  • Real-time data
  • User interface
  • Aviation technology

What commenters say

  • The cockpit view feature is a great addition to the website, but the button to access it is not prominent enough and can be difficult to find.
  • Some users have experienced technical issues with the website, such as the cockpit view not working on certain devices or browsers.
  • The website should include more features, such as real-time sky and weather effects, and support for smaller airports and historical flights.
  • The limited coverage of ADS-B receiver data may restrict the availability of flight information in certain regions, such as Africa.
  • The website's user interface can be improved, with suggestions including making the cockpit view button more accessible and allowing users to pan and zoom more easily.
  • Some users have compared the website's features to those of other flight tracking apps, such as FlightRadar24, and have suggested that the website's implementation is more user-friendly.
  • The website's functionality may be affected by the user's device or browser, with some users experiencing errors or compatibility issues.
  • The website has the potential to be a useful tool for aviation enthusiasts, but may require further development and refinement to reach its full potential.