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Railfan Copilot

Railfan Copilot

by Ronald Minor

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  • Released
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  • May 21, 2026
  • July 21, 2026

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Ronald Minor
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Track real-time train positions, listen to live radio feeds, and identify locomotives with AI. Features include a sun angle predictor and community sightings. Unlock all features with a one-time purchase.

✓Live train tracking map
✓Live railroad radio scanner
✓AI train symbol decoder
✓AI locomotive identifier
✓Community sightings feed
✓Sun angle predictor
✓Achievements system
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What's New in Railfan Copilot

v2.7.0

July 21, 2026

What's New in 2.7.0 This is a big one — Railfan Copilot just got a major upgrade with community features, trip tracking, and smarter tools for spotting trains. Trip Logging Track your railfanning trips from start to finish. Log the train you're riding or watching, your boarding and alighting stations, notes, and distance traveled — then look back on your trip history anytime. Profiles & Following Create your railfan profile and follow other spotters in the community. See sightings and activity from people you follow, right alongside the live map. Loco Number Lookup Spotted a locomotive but don't know the story behind it? Enter the road number and get an instant AI-powered lookup. Amtrak Timetables & Station Departures Check scheduled stops for any Amtrak train, or pull up a full departure board for any station — see what's coming through and when. Home Screen Widget Add the Railfan Copilot widget to your Home Screen for at-a-glance train activity without opening the app. Smarter Onboarding New coach marks walk first-time users through the app's key features. Behind the Scenes Background location alerts now notify you when trains approach your saved spots, even with the app closed Push notifications for community activity and nearby sightings Performance and stability improvements across the map, scanner, and decoder Updated privacy protections in line with the latest App Store requirements Thanks for railfanning with us — keep the sightings coming!

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Needs More Issues Fixed

I like the app, although it’s in beta there comes flaws such as
1. Less Radio Frequencies
2. Bad at Defining CN Train Symbols
And 3. Not Enough Radio Feeds :(
This app needs A TON of improvement because of this. Sincerly, -TILE2026
TILE2026TILE2026

Promising, yet freight tracking needs clarity..

Hi Ronald,

I purchased Railfan Copilot Pro on iOS today.

The Live Train Map works correctly for Amtrak.

However, selecting Union Pacific or BNSF results in “0 trains” nationwide, even when viewing the entire western U.S.

The App Store description says the app tracks “real-time … freight train positions.”

Is freight tracking currently available on iOS? If so, is it limited to certain railroads or regions?

Thanks.
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Response from developer

Thanks for the feedback. This app relies heavily on community involvement. Because I do not live in an area with high UP or BNSF traffic, I haven't been able to post frequent sightings myself. However, I have recently revamped this entire activity to help drive better community engagement. While a competitor app uses a similar crowdsourced setup, accessing unsecured, real-time freight traffic data is notoriously difficult unless I implement an ATSC interface—which carries technical uncertainties. I am committed to improving the user experience and am working hard to get the app exactly where it needs to be. Best, Ron

FAQ

What is Railfan Copilot?

Railfan Copilot is a navigation app designed for railroad enthusiasts. It offers features like live train tracking, railroad radio feeds, and AI-powered identification of trains and locomotives.

Does Railfan Copilot have ads?

No, Railfan Copilot does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with an optional one-time purchase to unlock all features.

How much does Railfan Copilot cost?

Railfan Copilot is free to download and use. A one-time purchase of $3.99 unlocks all features, including approach notifications, with no recurring fees or subscriptions.

What devices support Railfan Copilot?

Railfan Copilot is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed for iOS users who enjoy railfanning and trainspotting.

How often is Railfan Copilot updated?

The latest version of Railfan Copilot is 2.6.2, released on June 9, 2026. Updates are released regularly to improve features and reliability.

What age rating does Railfan Copilot have?

Railfan Copilot has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content.

Can I use Railfan Copilot offline?

While some features like live train tracking and radio feeds require an internet connection, the AI symbol decoder and locomotive identifier may have limited offline functionality. Specific offline capabilities are not detailed.

What makes Railfan Copilot unique?

Railfan Copilot stands out with its AI-powered locomotive and train symbol identification, live radio scanner, and sun angle predictor for photography, all integrated into a single app.