A real-time flight monitoring tool that provides detailed status updates, gate information, and live position data for worldwide aviation.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install aviationstack-flight-tracker
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install aviationstack-flight-tracker using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is Flight Tracker?
The Flight Tracker skill is a high-performance utility designed for developers and travelers who need instant access to global aviation data. Built to integrate seamlessly with Openclaw Skills, this tool leverages the AviationStack API to deliver real-time information on flight statuses, departure and arrival details, and live aircraft telemetry. It focuses on providing a clean, readable interface similar to premium flight tracking apps while maintaining the flexibility of a command-line tool.
By utilizing this skill within the Openclaw Skills ecosystem, users can automate the retrieval of flight information using standard IATA codes. The tool is capable of tracking over 13,000 airlines across 250 countries, making it an essential component for any workflow requiring reliable aviation logistics and real-time aircraft positioning.
Flight Tracker Use Cases
- Tracking real-time flight progress for active airborne aircraft.
- Retrieving terminal and gate assignments for departures and arrivals.
- Monitoring flight delays and calculating schedule variances.
- Gathering aircraft registration and type information for spotters or logistics.
- Accessing raw aviation data in JSON format for automated Openclaw Skills workflows.
How Flight Tracker Works
- The user inputs a flight number or IATA code into the command line or agent interface.
- The skill extracts the code and authenticates with the AviationStack API using a secure environment variable.
- It fetches the latest flight telemetry, including scheduled times, gate info, and live coordinates.
- The system parses the response to calculate delays and determine the current flight phase (e.g., Airborne, Landed, or Cancelled).
- The data is rendered into a formatted visual display or a structured JSON object for further processing.
Flight Tracker Setup
To get started with this skill, follow these installation steps:
- Register for an API key at https://aviationstack.com/signup/free.
- Configure your environment variable:
export AVIATIONSTACK_API_KEY='your-key-here'
- Install the necessary Python library:
pip3 install requests
- Verify the installation by running the script with a flight number:
scripts/track_flight.py AA100
Flight Tracker Data Schema & Taxonomy
The Flight Tracker skill organizes aviation data into several key categories for clear reporting:
| Category | Attributes Included |
|---|---|
| Identification | Airline name, Flight number, IATA/ICAO codes |
| Logistics | Departure/Arrival airports, Terminals, Gate numbers |
| Timing | Scheduled/Estimated/Actual times, Delay minutes |
| Live Data | Latitude, Longitude, Altitude, Speed (when airborne) |
| Status | Visual indicators for Active, Landed, Scheduled, or Delayed states |
| Metadata | Aircraft registration and technical model type |
Flight Tracker Advanced Features
- Programmatic JSON output mode using the --json flag for complex Openclaw Skills integrations.
- Intelligent IATA code normalization to handle various user input formats.
- Detailed error handling for API rate limits and invalid flight identifiers.
- Support for worldwide historical flight data retrieval.
- Live telemetry tracking including altitude and ground speed for airborne flights.
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