We’re continually working to enhance our flight tracking coverage, and installing new Flightradar24 ADS-B receivers in strategic locations plays a vital role in this effort. Flight tracking in Birmingham, Alabama just got a big boost thanks to the installation of a new Flightradar24 ADS-B receiver. Our ADS-B receivers significantly increase the visibility of aircraft in an area and improve tracking of aircraft movements at lower altitudes and on the ground. Each new installation substantially enhances the overall tracking capabilities, benefiting both individual users and business applications.
Let’s take a closer look at our latest installation at Birmingham Airport (BHM/KBHM).
ADS-B coverage in the Birmingham area
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is an important commercial and general aviation hub in the southeastern United States. ADS-B coverage in the area around the airport was generally quite good prior to our receiver coming online, but coverage at and around the airport was limited, especially at lower altitudes and during ground operations.
That changed on June 4, 2025, when a new Flightradar24 ADS-B receiver was activated.
Move the slider to see the ADS-B positions we logged in Birmingham before (left/yellow) and after (right/red) the installation of our receiver.
In a 48 hour period prior to installation we tracked 5,032 individual aircraft positions. In the same period following our receiver coming online, we tracked 8,611 aircraft positions – an increase of 71%.
A focus on the airport and ground movements
The most significant improvement is seen at the airport itself, where aircraft movements are now far more visible during taxi, takeoff, and landing.
Why This Matters
Improving ADS-B coverage ensures a superior flight tracking experience. With this new receiver at BHM, users can now track aircraft movements more accurately, from gate to runway, and gain clearer insights into operations at one of Alabama’s busiest airports.
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.
Help Us Improve Flight Tracking Near You
If you live or work near an airport, you can help us further improve global flight tracking coverage by hosting an ADS-B receiver.
