ADS-B Exchange vs MTA
If you need a Transportation API that's easy to integrate, go with MTA.
ADS-B Exchange
Access real-time and historical data of any and all airborne aircraft
ADS-B Exchange
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
MTA
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- No CORS support
| Feature | ADS-B Exchange | MTA |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | No |
When to use which?
MTA is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication.