Terms of Service

Our terms and conditions for using Airframes

Last updated: 8/13/2025

Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Airframes website and services ("Service") operated by Airframes ("us", "we", or "our"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, then you may not access the Service.

Description of Service

Airframes provides a platform for monitoring and analyzing real-time transportation communications, including:

  • ACARS messages from aircraft
  • VDL2 air traffic control communications
  • HFDL long-range aircraft communications
  • AIS maritime vessel tracking data
  • Space vehicle communications
  • Community-contributed data from network operators

User Accounts and Responsibilities

When using our Service, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information
  • Maintain the security of your account credentials
  • Use the Service only for lawful purposes
  • Respect the rights and privacy of other users
  • Not attempt to disrupt or interfere with the Service
  • Not use the Service for commercial purposes without permission

Data Usage and Restrictions

The transportation communication data provided through our Service is:

  • Publicly transmitted and lawfully received
  • Provided for educational and research purposes
  • Subject to applicable aviation and maritime regulations
  • Not guaranteed to be complete or error-free

You may not use this data for illegal surveillance, privacy violations, or any activities that could compromise transportation safety or security.

Intellectual Property Rights

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of Airframes and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used without our prior written consent.

Prohibited Uses

You may not use our Service:

  • For any unlawful purpose or to solicit others to perform illegal acts
  • To violate any international, federal, provincial, or state regulations or laws
  • To transmit or procure the sending of advertising or promotional material
  • To impersonate or attempt to impersonate the company, employees, or other users
  • To engage in any other conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use of the Service

Service Availability

We strive to maintain the availability of our Service, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or circumstances beyond our control. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The information on this Service is provided on an "as is" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we exclude all representations, warranties, and conditions relating to our Service and its use. Nothing in this disclaimer will limit or exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Airframes, nor its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates, be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from your use of the Service.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which we operate, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will try to provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us.

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