Planely: Plane Spotting Alerts
Know what's flying overhead
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Receive instant notifications when commercial flights pass overhead, with precise directions and altitude to spot them. This app provides flight details and a live sky compass to enhance your plane spotting experience.
What's New in Planely
1.5.1
October 27, 2026
NEW: Special liveries When a jet in a special paint scheme flies over you (a retro classic, a state flag, a one-off tribute), Planely now marks the alert with a gold Special Livery badge and tells you the livery's name. It's free, it covers US airlines, and livery alerts come through even when you're set to rare flights only.
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Planely Pro
Flight routes, 25-mile radius, and more
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FAQ
What is Planely?
Planely is a travel app that sends you push notifications when commercial flights pass overhead. It provides the direction and altitude to help you spot them easily, along with flight details like airline and aircraft type.
How does Planely help me spot planes?
Planely alerts you with the exact direction (e.g., 'E, 12° up') and altitude to look. It also features a live sky compass to guide your gaze, making it simple to find the aircraft.
What kind of flights does Planely track?
Planely focuses on major commercial flights. The Pro version expands this to include regional and cargo carriers, and offers features like flight routes over the US and a 24-hour cloud forecast.
Is Planely free to use?
The basic version of Planely is free. An upgrade to Planely Pro is available via a subscription, offering enhanced features like extended radius and detailed flight routes.
What are the subscription options for Planely Pro?
Planely Pro offers both monthly and annual auto-renewing subscriptions. New subscribers receive a 7-day free trial for either plan.
Does Planely have ads?
No, Planely does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted plane spotting experience.
What devices does Planely support?
Planely is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices. Alerts can also be automatically delivered to your Apple Watch.
How often is Planely updated?
The latest version of Planely is 1.5.1, which was last updated on October 27, 2026. Updates typically include new features and performance improvements.
