External API Integrations

External API Integrations: Google Maps & OpenAIP 

 To enhance your radar experience with professional-grade base layers and aeronautical data, VRS X supports integration with third-party providers. These configurations are located in the  General Settings  panel. 

 

 1. Google Maps Integration 

 Adding a Google Maps API key unlocks premium base layers, including  Streets ,  Satellite , and  Hybrid  views. 

 Setup : Enter your unique key into the  Google Maps API Key  field. Verification : Click the  Test Key  button to instantly verify if your API key is valid and active. Result : Upon a successful test and save, the radar map will display additional Google Maps base layer options. 

 2. OpenAIP Integration 

 OpenAIP provides critical aeronautical layers, such as global airspaces and specialized airport data. 

 Setup : Enter your Client ID (obtained from  openaip.net ) into the  OpenAIP API Key (Client ID)  field. Validation : Note that unlike Google Maps, there is no manual "Test" button for OpenAIP; the key is validated when the map engine requests data layers. Result : Once configured, OpenAIP layers like Airspace and specialized Airports will be available for rendering. 

 

 

 💾 Saving Your Configuration 

 To apply any changes made to External API Integrations: 

 Ensure your keys are correctly pasted. Scroll to the bottom of the  General Settings  page. Click the  Save Settings  button to persist your changes to the server.