Stratux
Free software that turns a Raspberry Pi with USB radios into a low-cost ADS-B receiver for pilots.
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About Stratux
Stratux is receiver software for do-it-yourself and low-cost ADS-B units. You write the image to an SD card for a Raspberry Pi, add 1090ES and UAT radios, a GPS and antennas, and the device streams traffic and weather to an electronic flight bag app.
The project states that Stratux-based receivers work with every major EFB and with the Open Glider Network. Parts lists and DIY kits are linked from the site, and pre-built units are sold by third parties. Separate downloads are offered for the USA and the EU.
Strengths
- Far cheaper than commercial portable ADS-B receivers
- Works with the major EFB apps and the Open Glider Network
- Separate builds for the USA and Europe
- Pre-built units and full DIY kits available
Limitations
- Needs Raspberry Pi hardware, radios and antennas
- Building a unit takes some hands-on assembly
Details
- Pricing
- FreeThe software is free; you buy or build the receiver hardware yourself.
- License
- Open source, license not stated
- Developer
- The Stratux contributors
- Platforms
- Linux
- How it runs
- Downloadable app
- Account
- Not required
- Works offline
- Yes
- Best suited for
- Pilots who want in-cockpit ADS-B traffic and weather on a small budget
- Categories
- Maps & navigation
- Last verified
- Added
- Provenance
- Selected from the TechWalrus Resource Hub (Maps & Navigation); facts checked against the developer's own pages, 2 sources on file.