UK-made desktop radar

Vulcan RadarTM

Desktop aircraft radar for live aircraft tracking

Vulcan Radar is a physical desktop aircraft radar for your home or office. Set your location and follow live aircraft in real time, without opening another app.

Vulcan Desktop Radar showing a live weather overlay and aircraft tracks on the map
Plug and play! - Enter your Wi-Fi, select your location and enjoy! 12 Month Warranty Free UK Shipping 30-Day Returns Buy Now, Pay Later No Subscription Fees Multiple Map Options Worldwide Coverage with 10 to 200 Nautical Mile Zoom Live Weather Overlay Touch Screen, Rotary Control & Illuminated Power Button Aircraft Emergency Alerts 13 Languages Supported Integrated Speaker for Alerts Collect your favourite aircraft
Vulcan Radar showing a phosphor-green sweep and aircraft tracks Vulcan Radar on a desk with classic aviation styling Close-up of the Vulcan Radar screen and rotary range control
Vulcan Desktop Radar showing a live weather overlay and aircraft tracks on the map
Vulcan Radar screen showing live aircraft on the map

A desktop aircraft radar, and a bit more besides

Live aircraft, physical controls, and a display you can leave running.

Vulcan Radar 5-inch display with map underlay and flight details

5-inch Live Display

Classic sweep or map underlay with a side panel for callsign, airline, altitude, speed, heading, and route.

Close-up of the Vulcan Radar range dial

Physical Range Control

Rotary dial selects range from 10 to 200 nautical miles (NM) so you can zoom from local traffic to wider airspace.

Vulcan Radar phosphor-green sweep display

Retro Radar Design

Phosphor-green presentation inspired by classic aviation instruments, with illuminated power and deliberate hardware details.

Vulcan Desktop Radar showing an aircraft emergency squawk 7700 alert on the live radar

Aircraft Emergency Alerts

Optional squawk alerts sound whenever an aircraft transmits a problem — 7500, 7600, or 7700 — so you can follow the emergency on the radar.

Vulcan Radar powered on after on-device set-up

Easy Set-up

Plug and play from the box — power on, join your Wi‑Fi, set your location on the device, and you are live. No apps or PC software required.

Vulcan Radar interface in another language

Multi Language Support

On-device UI in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Polish, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Ukrainian.

Vulcan Radar on a desk

No Subscription

One purchase covers the product. No subscription, no extra fees, and no ongoing commitment to keep tracking the skies.

Vulcan Radar showing aircraft for a chosen location

Track Any Location

Just enter your preferred longitude and latitude coordinates and get a view of anywhere in the world.

Live Weather Overlay

See precipitation on the same radar map as live aircraft — rain, showers, and heavier cells moving through the airspace you are tracking, with no extra subscription. The weather layer is optional and can be turned on or off in Display Settings on the device.

Collect Aircraft You Spot

Pair your Vulcan Radar with a free account, tap COLLECT on any aircraft on the radar, and build a personal collection you can browse and share.

How plane spotters collect aircraft

Vulcan Desktop Radar Desktop Stand

The perfect partner for your Vulcan Radar. This custom-made adjustable folding stand is designed around the unit, lifting the display to a comfortable viewing angle so you can follow live aircraft without leaning over the desk.

Set it to different heights to match your setup, then fold it flat when you do not need it. Whether the radar sits beside you at home or on a shelf, the stand keeps the screen easy to read while you watch the sweep, the map, and the weather overlay.

Technical Specs

Compact hardware, live network feed, and tactile controls.

  • Display5-inch integrated colour touch screen
  • InterfaceLive radar view & aircraft info panel
  • Maps4 display modes: choose any location in the world
  • Range10 to 200 NM
  • ControlsTouch screen, rotary control & illuminated power button
  • PowerUSB-C, 5V DC
  • AudioIntegrated speaker for alerts / UI feedback
  • ConnectivityWi‑Fi to Vulcan Radar cloud services
  • LanguagesEnglish, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Polish, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Ukrainian
  • UseDesktop aviation display for personal awareness
Rear view of Vulcan Radar showing vents and the cable connection

How It Works

From box to live tracks in a few minutes. A printed leaflet is included; more help is on the Support page.

Vulcan Radar powered on with the live display
01

Power On

Connect USB-C power and wait for the Vulcan Radar boot screen.

Close-up of the Vulcan Desktop Radar logo, range dial, and power control
02

Connect & Locate

On the device, choose your Wi‑Fi network, enter the password, then set your location.

Vulcan Radar map view with a selected aircraft’s details
03

Track Flights

Use the range dial and tap aircraft to open live details on the side panel.

About this desktop radar

Vulcan Radar is a UK-made desktop aircraft radar for people who want live aircraft on the desk. Tracks appear on a 5-inch colour display, with a tactile range control and a classic radar-inspired interface.

Connect Vulcan Radar to Wi-Fi, set your location and watch aircraft around you in real time. There’s no monthly subscription — just switch it on and enjoy an always-on view of the skies without reaching for your phone or opening another browser tab.

Each Vulcan Radar is hand-made in Cornwall, UK, combining modern live aircraft data with the look and feel of traditional aviation equipment. It’s designed to be as much a part of your desk as it is a way to follow the aircraft flying overhead.

Vulcan Radar is intended for personal situational awareness and enjoyment only. It is not certified for navigation, air traffic control or safety-of-life use.

A setup guide is included in the box. For setup help, FAQs, warranty information or troubleshooting, visit our Support page or contact [email protected].

Bring Aviation Atmosphere to Your Desk

For aviation enthusiasts, pilots, and anyone who wants live aircraft on a display they can leave running.

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