# Plane Finder ⁃ Flight Tracker — Flight Radar & Live Tracker

> Live flight tracker with 3D, AR, and airport information. (iPhone/iPad app by pinkfroot limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plane-finder-flight-tracker/id361273585 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [pinkfroot limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/319726822)
- Category: Travel, Navigation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 60,105 App Store ratings · 1,495 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.5 · 159 MB
- Languages: British English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, European Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Turkish
- Released: 2010-03-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plane-finder-flight-tracker/id361273585/reviews.md

## What is Plane Finder ⁃ Flight Tracker?

Uncover the mysteries of live air traffic in one beautiful and easy to use app. Is it a bird? Is it a plane?! If it’s the latter, Plane Finder can tell you exactly which plane it is.
 
Plane Finder is incredibly easy to use and utterly fascinating. It enables you to see live air traffic patterns with real-time tracking of almost any plane you’re interested in, and in addition to the aircraft’s location you can see its current altitude, its speed and where it’s heading.
 
Get live information on flights - super handy when travelling. You can even be alerted when a particular flight is heading your way, which is useful if you’re trying to catch sight of rare birds such as the Airbus A380.
 
Switch to incredible 3D flight tracking anytime from any aircraft, airport or location on the map seamlessly to view air traffic as never before.
 
There’s a superb augmented-reality option that enables you to point your camera at the sky and see details of the aircraft that’s overhead, and with full support for iOS’s Dark Mode it’s just as handy for night flights as it is for daytime ones.
 
It’s all great fun, but it’s also very practical: in addition to flight tracking there’s extensive airport information, which supplements live arrival and departures with live weather reports for hundreds of airports.
 
Enjoy Plane Finder’s leading edge design as featured in Apple’s “The Power of Dark Mode” and “See it in Dark Mode” Collections 2019.
 
Apple’s App of The Day – Jan 2020 and Top ranking since 2009. Plane Finder is also featured in Gizmodo, CNN, GMA, BBC, Sunday Times, Mail on Sunday, CNET, Wired, GQ Magazine to name a few.
 
Trusted by friends and families of travellers, enthusiasts, pilots, cabin crew and aviation professionals alike. Choose Plane Finder for:
 
•	Live Global Flight Tracking
Quickly find and track flights live on a map and explore live status information
 
•	Switch to 3D Tracking Anytime
Flip instantly to 3D from any aircraft, airport or location on the map

•	Live AR Mode
Point your camera at a plane in the sky to instantly reveal live flight and aircraft information
 
•	Live Airport Information
View real time airport arrival and departure boards plus terminal, gate, baggage and weather information
 
•	Comprehensive Technical Data
Dig deeper into technical aircraft and flight data
 
•	Unlimited Custom Alerts
Never miss a flight, create as many custom notifications as you like and stay informed
 
•	Unlimited Global Playback
Replay interesting flights and watch fascinating air traffic patterns back to 2011
 
•	Unlimited Filters
Simplify your view with powerful filters
 
•	Custom Aircraft Labels
Choose the position, color and content of aircraft labels inc. logo with text label
 
•	Leading Edge Dark Mode
Adopt dark mode, a bold interface perfect for low light
 
•	Curated Map Styles
Switch seamlessly between simple, detailed, hybrid and satellite maps
 
Help and Support
Plane Finder is regularly updated with innovative new features.  Please email support@planefinder.net with any questions or queries, we are happy to help.
 
How does Plane Finder work?
Plane Finder receives real time ADS-B and MLAT signals sent by aircraft to transmit their positional data to land based receivers. This technology is faster than traditional radar and is used for air traffic control and navigation. You can check our worldwide flight tracking coverage for free at www.planefinder.net
 
Disclaimer
The use of the information presented using Plane Finder is strictly limited to pursuing enthusiast activities (i.e. for entertainment purposes), which specifically exclude any activities that might endanger yourself or the lives of others. Under no circumstances will the developer of this application be held responsible for incidents resulting from the use of the data or its interpretation or its use contrary to this agreement.
 
Privacy Policy: https://planefinder.net/legal/privacy-policy
Terms of Use: https://planefinder.net/legal/terms-and-conditions

## Key features

- Live global flight tracking
- 3D flight tracking
- Augmented reality mode
- Live airport information
- Custom flight alerts
- Flight playback
- Advanced filters

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plane Finder Premium - Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Plane Finder Premium - Monthly | $3.49 | per month |
| Legacy Users | $19.99 | per year |


## Chart rankings

- #28 in Top Grossing · Travel (US App Store)

## What do users think of Plane Finder ⁃ Flight Tracker?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fantastic features
- 👍 Great user interface
- 🔍 Detailed flight information
- 🔍 Ability to track military flights
- 🌐 Comprehensive global coverage
- 🤖 Impressive AR capabilities
- 💰 Good value for money

**Cons**

- 🔍 Inconsistent plane tracking
- 🔍 Missing some flight data
- 💸 Subscription model frustrates some users
- 📺 Excessive ads in free version
- 🔒 Issues with restoring premium purchases
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Planes disappearing mid-flight
- Incorrect flight information displayed
- Subscription issues and billing problems
- Crashes and freezing on certain devices

**Most requested features**

- Offline mode
- More customization options
- Better integration with iOS features (Dynamic Island, widgets, etc.)
- Improved military flight tracking
- Ability to save/bookmark flight histories

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,495)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plane-finder-flight-tracker/id361273585/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Cool app

*2026-08-25, version 2026.5.2*

I can see planes at any time and see were they are

### 1/5 — Can’t see plane

*2026-08-25, version 2026.5.2*

I’ve signed up for premium Plane Finder/flight tracker today to follow my husband from Danang to Hong Kong and the flight can’t be found, what is the use in signing up for premium?

### 5/5 — So amazing 🤩

*2026-08-22, version 2026.5.2*

i can track so many fights.

### 5/5 — I love this app

*2026-08-22, version 2026.5.2*

This is my favourite app because it has a lot of cool features

### 5/5 — Adore this app HUGELY RECOMMEND

*2026-08-21, version 2026.5.2*

I am a flying fan and former PPL and our son is now an airline pilot. So although there’s flying in our blood there doesn’t have to be to enjoy plane finder. My son and I have used it since it first launched and he was a teenager declaring ‘I need to fly’ (know the feeling): but my teenage Goddaughter adores it to - for the geography, learning, fabulous way to see the world and simple WOW! Factor. Thank you plane finder!

### 1/5 — Update mess

*2026-08-20, version 2026.5.2*

The icon on the top right of the screen to identify an aircraft with its origin and destination disappeared. I presume from an update. I’d like to update the updaters home and move all their toilet paper in their house to the garage. Just because.

### 5/5 — Best

*2026-08-19, version 2026.5.2*

This is the best app

### 1/5 — What happened to this app?

*2026-08-18, version 2026.5.1*

Took away ability to look up and see specific flights on map.

### 1/5 — Ads are so bad. Not usable

*2026-08-18, version 2026.5.1*

In a hurry to look something up?  Better wait for all the ads.

### 5/5 — Wonderful

*2026-08-16, version 2026.5.1*

Best $20 a year you can spend!

## Frequently asked questions about Plane Finder ⁃ Flight Tracker

### What does Plane Finder do?

Plane Finder allows you to see live air traffic patterns with real-time tracking of almost any plane. You can view an aircraft's location, altitude, speed, and destination. It also provides extensive airport information, including live arrival and departure boards and weather reports.

### What are the key features of Plane Finder?

Key features include live global flight tracking on a map, the ability to switch to 3D tracking, an augmented reality mode to identify planes overhead, live airport information, custom flight alerts, flight playback, and advanced filters to simplify your view.

### Is Plane Finder free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases. This means you can access basic features for free, with options to purchase additional functionalities or remove ads.

### What devices is Plane Finder compatible with?

The description mentions full support for iOS's Dark Mode, suggesting it is available on iOS devices. It is designed to be easy to use on mobile devices.

### How can I use Plane Finder for travel?

Plane Finder is super handy when travelling. You can get live information on flights, track specific flights heading your way, and access live airport information including arrivals, departures, terminal, gate, baggage, and weather details.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.5.2 — 2026-08-18

Bug fixes, performance and stability improvements.

### 2026.5.1 — 2026-08-14

Our Biggest Redesign Yet
* A cleaner, more focused interface, built for the future of Plane Finder
* The live map gets its own home. Swipe up and it's all there: Trending Flights, Airport Disruptions, Playback and more to explore
* Big upgrade for iPad. More space, more map, and a layout build to make the most of it

### 2026.5.0 — 2026-08-11

Our Biggest Redesign Yet
* A cleaner, more focused interface, built for the future of Plane Finder
* The live map gets its own home. Swipe up and it's all there: Trending Flights, Airport Disruptions, Playback and more to explore
* Big upgrade for iPad. More space, more map, and a layout build to make the most of it

### 2026.4.3 — 2026-08-01

Bug fixes, performance and stability improvements.

### 2026.4.2 — 2026-07-24

Bug fixes, performance and stability improvements.

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