New to FA, and trying to figure something out
Is it possible to track/select 2 or more specific flights on the same on the sectional map ?
I’m interested in watching the flight paths of both (plus # 3 later this month) 787’s at once, now that they are flying together.
Using the wildcard B78* shows both, but only on the nationwide classic map, while selecting either KBFI (Boeing Field, seattle) or KMWH (Grant C./Moses lake) MAY show both depending flight plans but doesn’t allow seeing both tracks, and only those planes.
#1 & #2 are currently using the Ident. BOE 1 AND BOE 2 (BOE 3 is frequently used for ferry/delivery flights, so you may get a 737 OR 777 headed somewhere else)
I don’t believe there is. However, there is a work-around: open two browser windows. Put BOE1 in one window, BOE2 in the other window. Arrange the windows so that you can see both.
Looking at the history of BOE 3, it appears it was used only during the month of November 2009 for B738 test flights.
Most delivery flights are flown under the call sign of the company taking delivery of the aircraft.
“Is it possible…” could lead to a large number of subjects while something like “Is it possible 2 or more flights on same sectional?” is very specific.
Thank you for the prompt reply.
Sorry about the title.
I have played with the workaround, but was hoping an overlay of just 787 flights was possible.
I think, they will (for now) use use BOE 1-6 ONLY for the 787 test program.
Yes, The vast majority of boeing planes are “delivered” (ie picked up, at the new owners expense) at Paine field (boeing everett/KPAE) or KBFI and bear the call sign of the new fleet
I’m not sure if this is exactly what you want, but it may help. Try inputting BOE1, BOE2, and BOE3 on the “My Aircraft” section of your user account profile. When you go to My FlightAware, it would show the three aircraft on one map. That map isn’t a sectional, but it is something. I hope this helps.
Thank you, that’s closer to what I’m looking for.
The tracks/ track logs are interesting during these early days of stall and flutter testing.
You’re right. I also enjoy tracking the test flights. I have a flight alert set up for the B788 aircraft type. Any time one of the aircraft flies, I receive a text message. As I said, the alert is for “Any flight is flying B788 equipment” or something similar. These can also be sent via email.
My FlightAware is the way to go, and you can now see the sectional background (and pan/zoom and turn layers off etc).