X-1TRX is a flight tracking tool built specifically for FBOs. It integrates with the X-1FBO platform (or works as a standalone tool) and gives your team visibility into aircraft arrivals, departures, and operational status in real time. This article explains what X-1TRX does, how it works, and where the flight tracking data comes from.
What X-1TRX Does
X-1TRX provides real-time and historical aircraft activity using multiple tracking sources. It connects directly to your FBO operation to:
Track all inbound and outbound aircraft at your airport
Reduce the number of "blocked" or unidentified aircraft
Show whether a flight has an open request in X-1FBO
Linking flights to requests in X-1FBO
Identify quick turns (departures within 1 hour of arrival)
Support planning and staffing based on live and historical traffic
You’ll see icons and flight status updates right in your day-of-operations screen or X-1 SinglePoint device, without needing to open another system.
How Data Is Collected
X-1TRX gets its data through a partnership with AirNav Systems, which aggregates flight data from multiple global sources. These are merged to give you the most complete, real-time picture available.
Real-Time Sources Used by X-1TRX
Source | Description |
X-1FBO | Provides operational context tied to the flight—such as whether the aircraft has a service request (fuel, GPU, etc.), a same-day departure, or a quick turn. |
ADS-B Ground-Based | Uses land-based antennas to capture aircraft transponder signals in real time. |
ADS-B Satellite-Based | Captures ADS-B signals from aircraft flying over oceans or remote areas where there’s no ground coverage. |
FAA SWIM | Direct feed from FAA System Wide Information Management. Includes flight plans, schedules, and surface movement data in the U.S. |
EUROCONTROL | Similar to FAA SWIM, but covers Europe. Provides flight plans and updates for international traffic. |
MLAT | Tracks aircraft using multilateration (triangulation of transponder signals). Useful in areas with poor ADS-B coverage. |
Oceanic | Includes position reports and updates for aircraft flying transoceanic routes. |
ADS-C / HFDL | Controller-pilot data link systems used for long-range or oceanic flights. |
FLIFO | Flight information such as departure and arrival times from airport and airline systems. |
ASDE-X | Airport surface surveillance data for movement on runways and taxiways (used at major airports). |
FLARM | Tracks small aircraft (like gliders) using short-range positioning systems. |
Australia ANSP | Tracks traffic through the Australian air navigation system. |
MergedUpper | Combines high-altitude flight tracking data, mainly used for cross-country or international travel. |
📍 Note: Data coverage varies by source and location. Coverage continues to expand.
Privacy and FAA Blocked Tail Numbers
X-1TRX is designed with operator privacy in mind. While some aircraft are blocked from public tracking tools due to privacy settings, X-1TRX uses your X-1FBO account settings to determine how those flights are displayed internally. This means your team can still see and prepare for certain arriving aircraft, even when limited information is available through traditional sources, without exposing that data publicly. It's a balanced approach that supports both operational readiness and privacy compliance.
Optional Add-Ons
These capabilities may be included depending on your X-1TRX setup:
Historical Tracking – Review past flight activity to identify patterns, missed opportunities, or support marketing.
Canned Reports – Available Airport and Market Reports
Custom Reporting – Via Corvis Partners, you can access reports on aircraft activity, fuel uplift potential, and market trends.
CRM Integration – Match flight activity with customer profiles in X-1FBO for more complete visibility into your customers and aircraft. (Coming Soon)
Summary
X-1TRX combines multiple commercial and government flight data feeds into one view, directly inside X-1FBO or as a standalone system. It’s designed to give your FBO situational awareness for better planning, customer service, and fuel management.
If you need help configuring data views, understanding what you’re seeing, or adjusting filter settings, reach out to our support team—we’re here to help.