Planely: Plane Spotting Alerts
Tells you when & where to look
About
This app notifies you when commercial flights pass overhead, indicating the exact direction and elevation to look. It provides detailed flight information and a live sky view, making plane spotting effortless. An optional subscription unlocks extended features and a wider range of aircraft.
What's New in Planely
1.2.8
July 24, 2026
-Now includes elevation guidance in finding the plane -Improved compass handling -Minor bug fixes and enhancements
MoreSubscription plans
Overhead Pro
Unlimited flight alerts, all airlines, and more.
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FAQ
What is Planely?
Planely is a travel app that automatically notifies you when commercial flights pass overhead. It tells you exactly where to look in the sky and provides details about the flight, such as airline, altitude, and aircraft type.
How does Planely work?
Planely uses your location to detect major commercial flights within a set radius. When a flight is detected, you receive a push notification with directional and elevation information, allowing you to easily spot the aircraft.
What information does Planely provide for each flight?
Each alert includes the flight number, direction and elevation (e.g., 'E, 12° up'), aircraft type, airline, altitude, and heading. The live sky view also tracks the plane as it moves across the sky.
Does Planely have ads?
No, Planely does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with optional in-app purchases for advanced features.
What are the benefits of Planely Pro?
Planely Pro offers an expanded radius up to 25 miles, route information (origin to destination), support for regional and cargo carriers, direction and aircraft-type filters, and a cloud-cover forecast. It also includes notifications for Space Station passes.
How much does Planely Pro cost?
Planely Pro is available as a monthly subscription for $1.99 or an annual subscription for $14.99. These are auto-renewing subscriptions.
Is Planely available on all devices?
Planely is currently supported on iPhone and iPod. The app is rated for ages 4 and up.
How often is Planely updated?
The latest version of Planely is 1.2.2, which was last updated on July 14, 2026. Updates typically include new features and performance improvements.