ADS-B Exchange vs CTS
If you need a Transportation API that's easy to integrate, go with CTS.
ADS-B Exchange
Access real-time and historical data of any and all airborne aircraft
ADS-B Exchange
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
CTS
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | ADS-B Exchange | CTS |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
CTS works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.