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Nooelec Flycatcher - High Performance Dual-Channel RTL-SDR Raspberry Pi HAT for Flight Tracking & Aviation Monitoring. ADS-B 1090MHz and UAT 978MHz Software Defined Radio w/Local & Remote LNA Bypass

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  • FlyCatcher is an extremely high-performance, dual-channel SDR for airplane tracking and positioning applications. It is designed to receive both ADS-B (1090 MHz) signals and UAT (978 MHz). Outperforms all existing low-cost ADS-B solutions!
  • Designed in a Pi HAT form factor for seamless compatibility with Raspberry Pi, but is also compatible with other Windows, Linux, Android and Mac OS host devices
  • FlyCatcher has a compact form factor, making it portable and easy to carry, whether used with a Pi or a different host device. Despite its small size, it delivers impressive performance, ensuring reliable and accurate data reception for all your aviation-related endeavors
  • This device comes with 2 separate preamplifiers that have ultra-low noise levels. You can choose to bypass them either using an external switch or software GPIO0, which is especially convenient when in extremely close proximity to a transmitter
  • Your purchase includes the FlyCatcher dual-SDR Pi HAT, standoffs and headers to facilitate connection with a Pi, and 2 USB cables for connectivity to your host device. Though FlyCatcher does not utilize the Raspberry Pi GPIO due to its inherent bus speed limitations, there is a passthrough so the header can be utilized for other projects or Pi HATs
  • Proudly made in North America, ensuring exceptional quality and reliability. For more information review the product page ator the datasheet

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FOR FULL SPECIFICATIONS AND DETAILS, PLEASE REVIEW THE PRODUCT PAGE AT NOOELEC.COM Introducing the FlyCatcher dual-channel UAT and ADS-B SDR, a cutting-edge Raspberry Pi HAT designed to revolutionize aviation enthusiasts' and tech enthusiasts' experiences with airplane tracking applications. This compact and versatile device boasts a dual-channel SDR, with one side dedicated to receiving UAT signals at 978MHz and the other tuned into ADS-B signals at 1090MHz. With its exceptional sensitivity and performance, the FlyCatcher unlocks a world of possibilities for flight tracking, monitoring, RTL-SDR applications, low noise reception, aviation research and analysis, and even weather monitoring. With its sleek design and high-quality construction, the FlyCatcher is built to impress. It comes with a simplified schematic and pin configuration for easy integration and seamless operation. The device operates within recommended operating conditions and boasts impressive electrical specifications, including a wide frequency range, excellent input return loss, low noise figure, and efficient supply current consumption. Proudly made in North America, ensuring exceptional quality and reliability. Full support and service available directly through Nooelec for 2 years. For more information review the product page or datasheet

Brand: NooElec


Model Name: FlyCatcher


Vehicle Service Type: Aircraft


Special Feature: High-Performance Dual-Channel RTL-SDR with Low-Noise Preamplifiers


Connectivity Technology: USB


Map Type: North America


Included Components: FlyCatcher Pi HAT, Headers & standoffs, USB cables


Mounting Type: Panel Mount


Item Weight: 48 Grams


Human Interface Input: Keyboard


Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 2.36 x 0.79 x 3.15 inches; 1.69 ounces


Item model number ‏ : ‎ 100848


Date First Available ‏ : ‎ April 9, 2024


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Nooelec Inc.


Customer Reviews: 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 17 ratings


Item Weight: ‎1.69 ounces


Product Dimensions: ‎2.36 x 0.79 x 3.15 inches


Item model number: ‎100848


Warranty: ‎2 year manufacturer warranty


Voice command: ‎Keyboard


Date First Available: April 9, 2024


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    • Flycatcher works great, using with a RPi 5 and a roof antenna running headless RPi OS
Flycatcher works great, using with a RPi 5 and a roof antenna running headless RPi OS, tutorial on YouTube to setup quick and easy.
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2025 by javcotec
    • Range is better than rtlsdr v 3 but limited to UAT and adsb so it's like... Is it worth it .
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It works great but with dedicated adsb and UAT antennas I'm only getting a few hundred miles range which isn't bad but I would prefer hardcore observable distances. Worth the money get it.
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2025 by Mathew E. Walker Mathew E. Walker
    • Works well for ADS-B/UAT
TL/DR: This is a legitimately odd design in that it is USB powered but hat format. Once you get past that, it seems to work quite well for its intended purpose. You can install it on the bottom of the PI or use GPIO pass-through if having it over the GPIO pins is interfering with something for you so I don't see it as the end of the world. Longer: I've had various pi-based ADS-B solutions since Stratux and the like first started coming on the scene circa 2017. This hardware seems to be more oriented towards FlightAware or similar, but would work for a Stratux type build as well. This module solves the problem of physically mounting individual SDR modules without using hot glue. That's really about it. It results in a more professional seeming and solid seeming total device, except for the presence of two USB jumpers which probably reverse any reliability gains you might see. A standard SDR module has the USB A port built in so there is only one connector vs. the two connectors on these. Antennas are not included. If you don't have them that will run you another $20 or more depending on what you want. I somewhat agree with their decision not to include antennas in this configuration because it is more likely people will want to use it for FlightAware and maybe have a mounted antenna. Part of me wants to knock a star off for those two points, especially since for $75 Nooelec will sell you two USB RTL-SDR modules with antennas. But I am not sure that's really fair. It works, it does what it was designed to do, and this will solve problems for some people. Apart from antennas, this seems to have everything you need on the hardware side to turn your existing Pi into a FlightAware base station. Except the software and documentation. There are plenty of guides to setting up FlightAware or Stratux type systems so that isn't a huge problem. Performance seems top notch. I have a bag of RTL-SDR setups including some that are tuned for 1090 and 978 and this performed as well as the best of them. At the end of the day, the combination of performance and purpose makes this a 5 star product for me. If it doesn't match your purpose you can knock it down a star or two but the unit I received works well. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2024 by Nelairi
    • Advanced Flight Tracking and Aviation Monitoring Solution!
The Nooelec Flycatcher is a powerful tool for aviation enthusiasts and professionals looking to track flights and monitor air traffic. This dual-channel RTL-SDR Raspberry Pi HAT supports both ADS-B 1090MHz and UAT 978MHz frequencies, making it ideal for monitoring a wide range of aviation communications and flight data. With its high-performance design, the Flycatcher ensures excellent reception and accurate tracking, and the local and remote LNA bypass enhances signal strength, ensuring reliable performance in various environments. It’s compatible with Raspberry Pi, allowing for easy integration with flight tracking software for both local and remote monitoring. What stands out most is the versatility and performance of this unit, making it perfect for anyone interested in real-time flight tracking and aviation monitoring. The Nooelec Flycatcher offers advanced features in a compact, easy-to-use package, ideal for hobbyists and professionals alike. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2024 by Christopher Motta
    • Excellent for Aviation Enthusiasts
The Nooelec Flycatcher RTL-SDR Raspberry Pi HAT is a fantastic tool for aviation enthusiasts. The dual-channel design allows for simultaneous reception of ADS-B signals on 1090MHz and UAT signals on 978MHz, making it ideal for flight tracking and aviation monitoring. The high-performance RTL-SDR chip and included antennas provide excellent reception, and the software-defined radio (SDR) capabilities open up a world of possibilities for experimenting with radio signals. I've been impressed with its performance and ease of use. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2024 by Kyle
    • if I could give it negative stars I would, gpio access is bad, no antennas, lack of documentation
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To say I am disappointed is an understatement. For a hundred bucks you get no guide on usage, no interfacing/api help, and you have to buy antennas separately ...really?? A hat that doesn't need to be a hat because it has USB... there's literally no good reason to use it as a hat since there's a USB interface, you don't even need the GIPO pin access (oh and the GPIO aren't even used for the board). Basically it turns out to be an overpriced, less functional, un-shielded...USB SDR. While the lack of info is frustrating and something you can surely get around if you poke and search enough, not having antennas and having to buy them separate means you have to spend at least one-hundred and twenty plus to get this thing usable. And THEN...you realize that the 'pass through' header they used is not the correct header length and that it doesn't connect to anything. They used a standard header, which is poorly soldered. There is so much solder running up the pins it's crazy and blocks usage of other headers and connectors. Back to the fact that it's not a proper header, the pins are far too short and do not allow connectors to actually grab the pin and make contact. The pins on a regular header meant for connectors like DuPont and so forth stick out about six millimeters. They have used a six millimeter header through the board and that only leaves about four point three millimeters of pin, which is not enough to connect standard jumper wires and the like. It would barely be enough for a full board header, if it weren't for the solder. Their website is also nearly useless. It does have a datasheet now, which maybe it didn't before judging by another reviewer. But said datasheet gives you a very simplified schematic and some basic electrical specs. Again nothing about pinout or how to interface etc. And the datasheet even advertises add-ons at the bottom, which maybe are things required to make it useful? And the links in the datasheet even go to the wrong products. All around pretty horrible. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2024 by Joe Electronics Joe Electronics

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