Flight alerts via SMS
Track Your Family's Flight
Get SMS updates from takeoff to landing. No app for you or them.
By Tom Walsh
Track a FlightThe problem
Keeping Tabs While They're Flying
Your son is flying home for the holidays. Your parents are on a connecting flight. You want to know when they land, but you don't want to sit there refreshing FlightAware.
The solution
Flight Updates via Text
Add the flight number and your phone number. SkyText texts you when they take off, during the flight, and when they land.
- Updates from takeoff to landing
- Add up to 5 phone numbers
- They don't need to do anything
- Works on basic phones
How it works
Three steps to peace of mind.
Enter the flight number
Type the flight number (like BA123 or EK29). We verify it against live data.
Add your phone number
Enter the mobile number where you want to receive updates.
Get a text when they land
We track the flight and send you an SMS the moment they touch down.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Can I track my family member's flight without them knowing?
Yes. You only need the flight number. Nothing needs to be installed on their phone.
Does this work for people who don't have smartphones?
Yes. SkyText sends standard SMS texts that work on any phone.
Can multiple family members receive updates?
Yes. You can add up to 5 phone numbers per flight.
Founder, SkyText
Aviation lover who built SkyText because families deserve to know when someone lands safely. Has tracked more flights than he'd like to admit.