DroneDAA by uAvionix
Detect and Avoid for drone Ops
About
Provides real-time situational awareness for drone and manned aircraft operators. Detects nearby drones via Bluetooth and displays manned aircraft traffic with an ADS-B receiver. Includes FAA airspace data, proximity alerts, and weather information.
What's New in DroneDAA by uAvionix
1.3.0
September 17, 2026
Aviation weather • New METAR/TAF source on the Weather tab — see official observations from the 3 nearest reporting airports, with the raw report and a plain-English translation, plus the full TAF forecast decoded period by period • NWS precipitation radar overlay on the map, with a replay of the last 30 minutes — the radar pill always shows how old the image is • Fixed wind speeds reading far too high; values now match official observations Airport-friendly alerts • New "Ignore Ground Traffic" toggle silences alerts from aircraft taxiing on the ground — they stay visible on the map • Airport service and emergency vehicles no longer trigger proximity alerts • Transmitting aircraft your receiver can't locate (often parked) now appear in the ADS-B list as "no position" instead of being hidden Fixes • Targets no longer disappear from the map when settings change or aircraft touch down • Unknown altitude now shows as "—" instead of 0 ft
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FAQ
What is DroneDAA?
DroneDAA provides real-time situational awareness for drone and manned aircraft operators. It detects nearby drones and displays manned aircraft traffic, along with FAA airspace data and weather information.
Does DroneDAA have ads?
No, DroneDAA is ad-free. It is a free application designed to provide essential safety information without interruptions.
What devices support DroneDAA?
DroneDAA is available for iPhone and iPad. It requires iOS 15+ for Remote ID detection and Bluetooth functionality.
How does DroneDAA detect other aircraft?
It detects nearby drones by picking up FAA Remote ID broadcasts using Bluetooth. For manned aircraft, it requires a compatible ADS-B receiver like a uAvionix skyAlert.
Can DroneDAA be used offline?
Yes, DroneDAA is offline capable. You can download topo map tiles and FAA airspace data for your area, and Remote ID scanning works entirely via Bluetooth without an internet connection.
What kind of alerts does DroneDAA provide?
DroneDAA offers configurable proximity alerts, notifying you when aircraft or drones enter defined range and altitude thresholds. Alerts escalate with audio tones and haptic feedback.
Is DroneDAA suitable for beginners?
With its clear display of airspace, traffic, and alerts, DroneDAA is designed for professionals but can also be a valuable tool for experienced drone pilots seeking enhanced situational awareness.
How often is DroneDAA updated?
The latest version of DroneDAA is 1.1, and it was last updated on August 11, 2026. Updates typically include feature enhancements and bug fixes.
