AviationAPI

API

Access FAA Aeronautical Data, Airport Info & Real-Time Weather

Overview

AviationAPI is a RESTful service providing FAA-certified aeronautical data: charts/publications, airport details (ICAO/IATA codes, facilities, location), and real-time weather (METAR/TAF). Endpoints like /charts, /airports, and /weather return JSON responses. Use cases include flight planning apps, pilot tools, aviation analytics platforms, and travel services integrating official airport/weather data. It requires an API key, with tiered pricing for extended usage, ideal for developers building aviation-focused solutions needing reliable, official data sources.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://docs.aviationapi.com')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful Architecture
JSON Responses
FAA-Certified Data
METAR/TAF Weather
Airport Facility Details
Aeronautical Charts Access

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is AviationAPI free to use?

Yes, it offers a free tier with limited requests; paid plans are available for higher usage and advanced features like historical data access.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, all endpoints require an API key for authentication, which can be obtained from the AviationAPI developer portal after registration.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, ensuring compatibility with most modern applications and programming languages.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Transportation

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Reliable FAA-Sourced Data
⊕ Comprehensive Aviation Datasets
⊕ Easy Integration
⊕ Real-Time Weather Metrics

Cons

⊖ Rate Limits on Free Tier
⊖ Requires API Key
⊖ Limited Historical Data in Basic Plans