Virtual Radar

With just a cheap RTL DVB-T dongle (round $15) it is possible to receive aircraft around your location up to 500 miles.

The setup is easy, download 2 free programs;

RTL 1090 is the actual receiver and the Virtual Radio Server is the decoder.

Both programs are for free and there is a download link on the bottom of this page.

If any questions just drop me a mail

Screenshot of the actual decoder software, live reception.

Jetvision receiver software

Indoor antenna, your recption will be very much improved when you use an outdoor antenna.

Pictures of the possible hardware

Cheapest option

Sligthly more Expensive 25 Euro

Special 1090 Mhz Filter

Complete kit around 50 Euro