Aircraft types ​

radarcontrol.io simulates 142 aircraft types with realistic performance. Each type has distinct climb rates, speed envelopes, and runway requirements that affect how you sequence and separate traffic.

Aircraft are grouped by their RECAT-EU wake turbulence category - the primary factor that determines required spacing between aircraft on approach and departure.

RECAT A - Super heavy ​

RECAT B - Upper heavy ​

RECAT C - Lower heavy ​

RECAT D - Upper medium ​

RECAT E - Lower medium ​

RECAT F - Light ​