We are always working to enhance flight tracking coverage, with a key focus on deploying new Flightradar24 ADS-B receivers at strategic locations around the globe. These well-placed receivers not only increase the number of aircraft visible in a given region but also improve the tracking of ground movements, from the runway to the gate. Every new receiver that becomes operational significantly boosts the number of flights monitored, providing richer data for both individual users and businesses.
Let’s take a look at our recent installation at Tamale Airport (TML), Ghana.
Move the slider left and right to see flight tracking positions logged before (yellow) and after (red) receiver installation.
Tamale International Airport is an airport serving Tamale, a city in the Northern Region of Ghana. Our receiver in Tamale was activated on September 19, 2024.
Prior to installation, we tracked 185 individual aircraft positions on the ground and in the immediate vicinity of the airport over a 1 week period. Following the installation of a receiver this increased to 2,230 positions.
Plugging our gaps in the map helps to improve the flight tracking experience for all of our users.
Can you help us improve flight tracking at your airport?
If you live or work near an airport, you can help us further improve global flight tracking coverage by applying to host a free Flightradar24 ADS-B receiver.
Hosting a receiver supports our efforts to enhance coverage and allows you to contribute to the aviation community. Installation is simple and we send all the necessary hardware. You’ll just need to install the receiver box and antenna, connect power and internet, sit back and let the receiver begin tracking flights.
If you’re interested in being one of the silent heroes that power global flight tracking, why not apply today? As a Flightradar24 receiver host you’ll also receive our complimentary Contributor Plan, including top-tier Flightradar24 features.
How Flightradar24 ADS-B receivers work
Flightradar24 ADS-B receivers capture signals broadcast by aircraft equipped with ADS-B transponders, which provide real-time data such as position, altitude, and speed. These signals are sent to Flightradar24’s network, processed, and displayed on our platform. By installing receivers in strategic locations, particularly near airports, we can offer more comprehensive and detailed coverage for users around the world. Interested in learning more? Check out our video.
