With an off-the-shelf microcomputer, a USB-based software-defined radio and a WiFi dongle, plus some free Linux-based software and a battery, pilots who don’t want to shell out a lot of cash to get a taste of ADS-B In’s traffic and weather information now have a lower-cost option.
Stratux: A $110 ADS-B In Receiver
Key Takeaways:
- Stratux offers pilots a low-cost, do-it-yourself option to receive ADS-B In traffic and weather information using off-the-shelf components like a microcomputer and software-defined radio.
- Assembled for around $110, Stratux integrates easily with aviation apps like ForeFlight to provide basic ADS-B In data.
- While a "kludge" with limited support compared to dedicated receivers, Stratux effectively demonstrates the benefits of ADS-B In for situational awareness.
- It is an ideal solution for occasional flyers or those wanting to experience ADS-B In without the significant investment in more expensive, feature-rich commercial units.
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