Meet Allan Tavares: RadarBox's Featured ADS-B Feeder for May 2024

Allan Tavares, our ADS-B feeder in Belem, Para, Brazil

This May, we're proud to feature Allan Tavares (PGANRB501403), a valued feeder based in Brazil and the owner of GIGANTENET, a local internet service provider from Belém, Pará.

A Glimpse into Belém, Pará

Burn86, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Common

Belém, often referred to as Belém do Pará, is a city and port nestled within the lush landscape of the Amazon River delta in northern Brazil. Situated on the shores of Guajará Bay, near the mouth of the Guamá River, this vibrant city boasts an equatorial climate characterized by warm temperatures averaging 80°F (27°C) and abundant rainfall measuring 86 inches (2,175 mm) annually.

Allan Tavares Setup 

Allan Tavares has been feeding AirNav RadarBox since September 2022, diligently feeding both AIS and ADS-B data from his station in Belém.

Allan Tavares Antenna Installation Site

His setup includes an antenna installed 12 meters (39 feet) above ground level, offering a panoramic 360º view of the surrounding airspace and maritime activity. Utilizing a RadarBox Hybrid unit (AIS + ADS-B receiver) from AirNav Systems, Allan's station provides vast coverage of aircraft and ship positions in the region.

Xrange 2 & SeaRange ADS-B and AIS Receiver

Tips from Allan Tavares

Allan Tavares Setup 

When asked about his advice for new feeders, Allan emphasizes the importance of antenna placement and cable management. "Try to set your antenna as high as possible," he advises. "And reduce or minimize the amount of cable between the antenna and receiver to reduce losses." These insights reflect Allan's commitment to optimizing his setup for maximum performance and range.

PGANRB500731 ADS-B Station Page

Extensive Coverage and Contributions

Allan Tavares's AIS station boasts an impressive range of 14 nautical miles (25 km), effectively tracking ships navigating the waters along Belém, Pará, from the Amazon River to the Atlantic Ocean. Meanwhile, his ADS-B station extends its reach even further, with a range spanning approximately 171 nautical miles (316 km), capturing aircraft positions across the region with remarkable precision.

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