airabout

AirAbout is a private technology company that provides aviation data and analytics services through a cloud‑based platform. Founded in 2018 in Helsinki, Finland, the company aggregates real‑time and historical flight information collected from Automatic Dependent Surveillance‑Broadcast (ADS‑B) receivers worldwide. AirAbout’s core offering is a RESTful API that delivers flight tracks, aircraft status, positional data, and flight log details to developers and aviation businesses.

The service enables a range of applications, including flight tracking widgets, route optimization tools, airspace usage analysis, and commercial flight operations dashboards. Users can access free tier data for limited requests while more advanced features, such as higher request volumes, historical datasets, and supplementary data layers (e.g., weather overlays), are available under paid subscription plans. AirAbout also maintains an open data initiative, providing anonymized flight data to the public for research and educational purposes.

Key partners of the company include mapping services, aviation safety platforms, and emerging mobility startups. The platform has been integrated into end‑user applications such as flight‑tracking websites and mobile apps for pilots. AirAbout’s solutions are used by airlines, airport authorities, logistics providers, and aviation enthusiasts to gain insights into traffic patterns and operational performance.

The company’s headquarters in Helsinki hosts a team that focuses on data engineering, aviation compliance, and software development. As of 2025, AirAbout reported a workforce of approximately 70 employees and has reported growth in both its global user base and partnership network. The company remains active in developing and refining its data offerings to support safe, efficient, and data‑driven aviation practices.