ADSBee m1421 - World's smallest dual-band ADS-B receiver module

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ADSBee m1421 - World's smallest dual-band ADS-B receiver module

ADSBee m1421 is an ultra-compact, open-source dual-band ADS-B receiver module from Pants for Birds. Weighing under 2 grams and drawing less than 60mW, it fits easily into drones, weather balloons, and other power-constrained devices. It receives both Mode S and UAT signals, including TIS-B and FIS-B, and supports multiple output protocols like GDL90 and MAVLink. Priced at just $48, it's an affordable solution for detect-and-avoid and aircraft tracking applications. The module is available in standard and NDAA-compliant variants, with open-source firmware and schematics.

We've packed dual-band ADS-B reception into a module smaller than a dime, making it possible to add aircraft tracking to almost any device.

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