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VektorFly — Your Desk-Side Flight Radar

A premium physical radar display for your desk. Track real-time commercial and military flights in your area on a stunning 3.5" IPS screen. Powered by ESP32-S3 and ADS-B open data.

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VektorFly Flight Radar Desktop Device
VEKTORFLY UNIT VF-01
12:34:56 14 AC
22°C
14 kmh W
vektorFly
ESP32-S3 dual-core
3.5" IPS display

The Maker's Story

As aviation enthusiasts, we got tired of looking at flat 2D maps on our phones. We wanted something physical. Something tactile. A beautiful glowing desk accessory that feels like a real air traffic control terminal. So we built VektorFly. It's a combination of open hardware, optimized C++ rendering, and a glassmorphic PWA configuration app. It's built for pilots, avgeeks, and makers who appreciate premium design.

Designed & Crafted with Love in Spain
Meet the Creator

Alberto Padilla

Engineer, Lawyer & IoT Enthusiast

Hi! I'm Alberto Padilla, a Spanish Engineer and practicing Lawyer, and a long-time enthusiast of robotics, aviation, and everything related to the sea. Back in 2012, I lived and worked in San Francisco, USA, immersing myself in the Silicon Valley ecosystem and attending every IoT and programming event I could find. Over the years, I've founded two startups: iWUP-mobile and Investormap.es. VektorFly is a personal passion project of mine—combining clean C++ firmware, hardware optimization, and modern web tech. I've been coding and building physical devices long before the recent AI wave, and VektorFly is the result of years of hands-on IoT crafting. I hope you enjoy tracking the skies as much as I enjoyed building this!

iWUP-mobile Investormap.es San Francisco (2012) IoT & C++
Alberto Padilla - Coding VektorFly
Hardware Testing
Alberto Padilla - Working with Arduino
ESP32 Firmware Flashing
Alberto Padilla - Maker Workbench
Maker Workbench

VektorFly in Action

FLIGHT RADAR DISPLAY MFD-01

Hardware & Screen Demo

Watch the sweep animation, aircraft altitude coloring, and real-time screen updates in action.

Packed with Advanced Features

Real-Time Tracking

Fetches aircraft data directly from open networks with a 10-second refresh rate.

Dual-Core ESP32-S3

One core handles display rendering at 30 FPS, while the other handles WiFi and data feeds.

Weather & Wind Widget

Integrated Open-Meteo updates show local temperature and wind vectors on screen.

Airports & Coastlines

Global simplified coastline boundaries and airfield indicators rendered with zero lag.

Wireless Updates

Upload updates wirelessly via the PWA. Simple, future-proof, and computer-free.

Custom sweep glow

A cathode-ray tube inspired glowing phosphor sweep line with a 20-frame decay trail.

Get Your VektorFly

Do It Yourself (DIY)

$20 (Software)

Pre-order available June 15-20. Get the complete firmware code with easy instructions to upload it using Arduino IDE in just 2 minutes. Special price for the first 200 orders (regularly $40).

AliExpress Screen Info (~21€)
  • Complete C++ Firmware Code
  • Upload via Arduino IDE in 2 min
  • 1 Year of free updates
  • Pre-assembled hardware
Pre-Order DIY Software
Launch Promo — First 200 Units

Assembled Kit (Pre-Order)

$69 (+ shipping · Updates free)

Get a fully assembled, premium flight radar in a custom 3D-printed enclosure, pre-flashed and ready to boot.

  • Fully assembled JC3248W535C Screen
  • Sleek 3D-printed desk stand case
  • Pre-flashed out-of-the-box ready
  • Braided USB-C power cable included
  • Free lifetime software updates
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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the VektorFly flight radar work?

VektorFly tracks real-time aircraft by connecting to open community ADS-B networks over your home WiFi. It doesn't require any custom antenna setup; it queries public feeds (like adsb.lol and airplanes.live) to display commercial and military flights within your configured range.

Do I need a computer to configure the Assembled Kit?

No, the pre-assembled VektorFly kit is 100% plug-and-play. You just power it via a USB-C cable and configure your WiFi and geographical center using our interactive companion PWA app on your smartphone.

What hardware do I need for the DIY version?

For the Do-It-Yourself version, you only need to purchase the JC3248W535C development screen (featuring a 3.5" IPS capacitive touch display and ESP32-S3 chip), which is widely available on AliExpress for about 21€. We provide the full C++ firmware code and instructions to upload it via Arduino IDE in 2 minutes.

Are software updates free?

Yes! The Assembled Kit includes lifetime free software updates. The DIY Software pre-order includes 1 full year of updates. You can flash new updates wirelessly (OTA) directly from the companion app on your phone, with no PC connection required.

Active & Online

Contact Alberto

Have questions or want to secure your pre-order? Send a message and I will get back to you in less than 24 hours.

Direct Support soporte@vektorfly.com
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The AliExpress Screen

Approximate price: ~21€ / $21

For the DIY model, you need the JC3248W535C 3.5-inch development board. You can find it on AliExpress by searching for this model. We provide the complete VektorFly firmware code and step-by-step instructions to flash it easily using the official Arduino IDE application. It only takes 2 minutes!

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Arduino Flashing

Once you purchase the code, we will send you the instructions to install our firmware and activate the code.