# tar1090

tar1090 is a self-hosted other app. Web-based ADS-B flight tracking map that adds interactive aircraft visualisation, adjustable history, and multi-aircraft selection to existing readsb or dump1090-fa decoder setups. It is open source and self-hosted, installable on Docker Hub and Unraid.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/769/tar1090

## Description

Web-based ADS-B flight tracking map that adds interactive aircraft visualisation, adjustable history, and multi-aircraft selection to existing readsb or dump1090-fa decoder setups.

## Platform availability

Available on 1 of 9 platforms: Unraid.

## Health score

75/100 (Good), based on 3 of 4 factors.
- Maintained: 100 (last commit 23 days ago)
- Popular: 66 (1,922 GitHub stars)
- Easy to install: 35 (1 install platform, install notes, Docker image)

## Links

- Docker Hub: https://hub.docker.com/r/mikenye/tar1090/
- Unraid: https://ca.unraid.net/apps/tar1090-1qpw1h00epx1uo?q=tar1090
- Official website: https://sdr-enthusiasts.gitbook.io
- GitHub: https://github.com/wiedehopf/tar1090

## Common questions

### How are main and secondary tar1090 instances named?

The main instance uses the run directory and systemd service name tar1090. Example secondary instances use names such as tar1090-combo and tar1090-978.

### Can tar1090 display origin and destination route information?

ADS-B does not normally transmit origin and destination route data. The thread asks whether tar1090 can still show route information despite that limitation.

### Can tar1090 use a local OpenStreetMap tile server?

No configuration method is shown in the source. It only reports that a user wanted tar1090 to use their own OpenStreetMap tile server but could not figure out how.

### What might explain a tar1090 live interface or replay not working?

A broken live interface or replay can indicate that tar1090 is actively receiving data. The issue may be that it is having trouble displaying that data.

### What factors are discussed for improving tar1090/RTLSDR range?

The thread discusses real-world range experiences. It specifically raises improving line-of-sight reception and antenna placement.

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Source: Our Local Host (https://ourlocalhost.com/app/769/tar1090), the self-hosted and open-source app directory.