Interesting activity happens constantly across the ADS-B Exchange network.
Open the live map to explore aircraft movements, apply filters, and discover unusual flights in real time.
ADS-B Exchange tracks aircraft movements around the world using a global network of community-operated receivers. Every day the map captures unusual patterns, busy airspace, and aircraft that draw significant attention from the community.
Below are two categories of interesting activity currently visible on the map.
Each listing links directly to the aircraft or location so you can explore it yourself.
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Most Viewed Aircraft
These aircraft are currently receiving the most attention from ADS-B Exchange users. Popular aircraft often include military flights, unusual aircraft types, or notable private aircraft.
| Rank | Aircraft Type | Callsign | Departed | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | C17 | RCH5011 | N/A | View |
| 2 | EC35 | LIFELN1 | EHHA | View |
| 3 | E6 | N/A | KTIK | View |
| 4 | C17 | RCH5091 | N/A | View |
| 5 | C17 | MOOSE35 | N/A | View |
| 6 | C5M | RCH2061 | N/A | View |
| 7 | K35R | N/A | N/A | View |
| 8 | EC35 | E256 | N/A | View |
| 9 | DH8A | NCG01 | EHAM | View |
| 10 | C17 | RCH469 | ETAR | View |
| 11 | C5M | RCH4003 | N/A | View |
| 12 | K35R | N/A | N/A | View |
| 13 | K35R | N/A | N/A | View |
| 14 | A319 | SSG004 | VTBD | View |
| 15 | C17 | BRK50 | ETAR | View |
Recent Close Calls
These aircraft recently came unusually close to one another while in flight. While most cases remain within safe operational limits, they highlight moments of high traffic density or unusual flight paths.
| Timestamp (UTC) | Aircraft 1 | Aircraft 2 | Map |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-17 22:10:33 UTC | LXJ317 | a825c1 | View |
| 2026-10-17 22:00:21 UTC | EJA290 | adc7be | View |
| 2026-10-17 21:47:38 UTC | AUA7 | 4d22c6 | View |
| 2026-10-17 21:43:10 UTC | COOL11 | aaef83 | View |
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