Aircraft Radar

Aircraft Radar for FiveM

A guide to install Aircraft Radar for FiveM

📋 Table of Contents

🎯 Overview
🎥 Video Showcase
📚 Installation Tutorial
🛒 Purchase Information
⚠️ Important Pre-Installation Notes
🔧 System Requirements & Compatibility
📦 Installation Process
⚙️ Configuration Setup
🎮 How It Works
🔧 Advanced Configuration
🎨 Customization
🔧 Performance Optimization
⚠️ Troubleshooting
📖 Best Practices
💬 Support

🎯 Overview

The Aircraft Radar revolutionizes your FiveM server by offering an array of incredible features. Whether you’re stealthily piloting an aircraft and need to track others in the sky or seeking to enhance your air traffic management, this resource is a must-have for any FiveM server with aviation elements. As an added bonus, you can even incorporate a customizable “Bitchin’ Betty” option, providing real-time audio alerts about airborne situations.

Key Features

✅ Volume & Sound Configuration - Customize audio settings
✅ Notification Settings - Configure alert preferences
✅ Airport Zones - Define airport boundaries and restrictions
✅ No Flight Zones (NFZ) - Set restricted airspace areas
✅ Exempt NFZ Planes - Configure aircraft that can bypass restrictions
✅ Stealth Planes - Set aircraft to fly under radar detection
✅ Warning Types - Enable/disable warnings with sound options
✅ Custom UI - User-friendly interface design
✅ Multi-Framework Support - ESX/QB/NS Discord API/Ace Perms/Standalone
✅ OneSync Compatible - Works with Legacy and Infinity
✅ Multi-Language Support - International server support
✅ Escrow Protection - Secure resource protection
✅ Editable CSS - Customize the visual appearance

🎥 Video Showcase

Watch Aircraft Radar in action:

Video Showcase

📚 Installation Tutorial

Follow our step-by-step installation guide:

Installation Tutorial

🛒 Purchase Information

Get Aircraft Radar:

Purchase on Nights Software Store

⚠️ Important Pre-Installation Notes

Critical Installation Order: Always follow this exact sequence to avoid parsing errors in the F8 console:

Download ZIP Package from CFX Portal

Unpack in a folder on your local machine

Set File Transfer Protocol (FTP) type to binary

Drag files from local machine to server resources folder

Add to server.cfg (ensure script)

Boot up the server

Support Policy: Follow this guide step by step. If you’re stuck, ask for support in our Discord and provide the specific step name. Do not skip steps.

🔧 System Requirements & Compatibility

OneSync Compatibility

✅ OneSync Legacy: Fully tested and compatible
✅ OneSync Infinity: Fully tested and compatible

Framework Compatibility

✅ ESX: Full compatibility with ESX framework
✅ QBCore: Full compatibility with QBCore framework
✅ NS Discord API: Compatible with Discord API integration
✅ Ace Permissions: Compatible with ACE permission system
✅ Standalone: Works without any framework

Note: Aircraft Radar works seamlessly with all major FiveM frameworks and can operate standalone.

📦 Installation Process

Step 1: Download the Resource

Access CFX Portal
- Go to CFX Portal Assets
- Find “Aircraft Radar” in your granted assets
- Download the ZIP package

Step 2: Extract and Transfer

Extract the ZIP file
- Unpack the downloaded ZIP package to a local folder
- Ensure all files are properly extracted
Transfer to Server
- Set your FTP client to binary transfer mode
- Upload the night_aircraft_radar folder to your server’s resources directory
- Maintain the original folder structure

Step 3: Server Configuration

Add the following line to your server.cfg file:

ensure night_aircraft_radar

Server Restart: After adding the ensure line, restart your server for the resource to load properly.

⚙️ Configuration Setup

Required Tools

Visual Studio Code: We strongly recommend downloading VS Code for editing Lua files.

Configuration Files

File	Purpose
`night_aircraft_radar/config/config.lua`	Main configuration settings
`night_aircraft_radar/client/c_functions.lua`	Client-side functions
`night_aircraft_radar/server/s_functions.lua`	Server-side functions

Configuration Process

Open VS Code and navigate to the config files
Read thoroughly - each line has explanatory comments
Configure in order - work from top to bottom
Watch for notes - important warnings are clearly marked
Test frequently - use F8 console and server console for error checking

Time Investment: Plan adequate time for configuration. Each variable is named descriptively to help you understand its purpose.

🎮 How It Works

Radar System

Aircraft Detection: Automatically detects aircraft in the airspace
Real-time Tracking: Provides live updates on aircraft positions
Distance Calculation: Shows distance between aircraft and ground
Speed Monitoring: Tracks aircraft speed and movement patterns

Zone Management

Airport Zones: Define restricted areas around airports
No Flight Zones: Set up prohibited airspace areas
Exempt Aircraft: Configure specific planes that can bypass restrictions
Stealth Mode: Set aircraft to operate under radar detection

Audio Alerts

“Bitchin’ Betty” System: Real-time audio alerts for airborne situations
Customizable Sounds: Configure volume and alert types
Warning Notifications: Audio and visual warnings for restricted areas

🔧 Advanced Configuration

Volume & Sound Settings

Configure audio levels and alert sounds for different situations and aircraft types.

Notification Settings

Set up custom notification preferences for various radar events and warnings.

Airport Zones

Define airport boundaries, restricted areas, and flight path restrictions.

No Flight Zones (NFZ)

Configure prohibited airspace areas with custom restrictions and exemptions.

Warning Types

Enable or disable specific warning types with optional sound alerts.

🎨 Customization

CSS Editing

The Aircraft Radar includes editable CSS files allowing you to:

Customize UI appearance to match your server theme
Modify colors and styling for better visual integration
Adjust layout and positioning of radar elements
Create unique visual experiences for your players

CSS Knowledge: Basic CSS knowledge is helpful for customization, but not required for basic operation.

🔧 Performance Optimization

UI Lag Fix

FiveM Setting: Enable “Fix UI Lag” in your FiveM application settings menu for optimal performance with this resource.

Optimization Tips

Monitor performance after installation
Adjust update intervals based on server size
Limit zone complexity for better performance
Test with multiple aircraft to ensure stability

⚠️ Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Radar Not Working

Check these common issues:

Ensure the resource is properly ensured in server.cfg

Check server console for error messages

Verify configuration file is properly formatted

Confirm aircraft are in the correct zones

UI Performance Issues

Performance troubleshooting:

Enable “Fix UI Lag” in FiveM settings

Check for conflicting UI resources

Reduce update frequency in config

Monitor server performance

Audio Issues

Audio troubleshooting:

Check volume settings in config

Verify audio files are present

Test with different aircraft types

Check client audio settings

Error Messages

Error	Solution
“Resource not found”	Check resource folder name and ensure line
“UI not displaying”	Enable “Fix UI Lag” in FiveM settings
“Audio not working”	Check volume and audio file settings
“Zones not working”	Verify zone configuration in config

📖 Best Practices

Configuration Best Practices

Start with default settings and adjust based on server needs
Test zones thoroughly before going live
Monitor performance with multiple aircraft
Regularly review and update zone configurations

Server Integration

Coordinate with other aviation resources for best experience
Set appropriate permissions for radar access
Integrate with existing air traffic systems
Test with your server’s aircraft models

Maintenance Tips

Regular backups of configuration files
Monitor radar performance during peak usage
Update zone configurations as server needs change
Review and optimize settings periodically

💬 Support

Getting Help

If you’re having trouble with Aircraft Radar:

Review this documentation thoroughly
Check server console for error messages
Verify your configuration matches the examples
Join our Discord for community support

Community Support

Join our Discord community for:

Technical support
Configuration help
Best practices sharing
Community discussions

Nights Software Discord