Tracking aircraft over Great Britain

Tracking aircraft over Great Britain
On board the European Proba-V satellite is a dedicated receiver to pick up aircraft ADS-B signals (Automatic Dependant Surveillance Broadcast). An A320 overflying Scotland was the first aircraft 'seen' from space by the DLR receiver, proving that tracking aircraft from space is possible.
Credit:

DLR/SES.

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