About SpotBase
SpotBase is a sleek, pilot‑grade logbook for plane spotters — track every capture, then dive into rich, actionable stats.
Beautiful Analytics
Trends, streaks, and top aircraft with gorgeous charts.
Effortless Logging
Quick-add forms, camera/lens presets, and smart defaults.
Aviation‑First
ICAO types, registrations, airlines — built for spotters.
Location Aware
Track airports and hotspots; see peak hours by weekday.
Privacy‑Respecting
Your data, your control. Export anytime.
For Builders
Clean components and APIs to extend as you grow.
Built by spotters, for spotters
SpotBase began as a personal project to make logging faster and insights richer. It grew into a beautiful, privacy‑respecting platform focused on what plane spotters actually need.
- Fast logging that adapts to how you spot
- Rich stats like streaks, peaks, makers, and top types
- Designed for light & dark with accessible contrast
Our Team & Opportunities
Behind SpotBase — and open opportunities to contribute.
Kai Simpson is the founder and developer of SpotBase, an aviation platform built for aircraft spotters. He created SpotBase in late August 2025 to give the aviation community a modern, high-performance digital logbook, and regularly spots aircraft at Perth Airport (YPPH).
Brayden Rochford
ModI am a passionate student pilot and aviation photographer who is highly motivated in learning new skills in the aviation industry.
Anthony Bazina
ModHey! I am a passionate aviation photographer based in Sydney.
Alistair Blair
Dev & ModPassionate web developer and community moderator located in Sydney.
Harry Ryan
Intl RepInternational representative based in San Francisco.
Apsley Pellatt
MarketingMarketing Officer driving community outreach, social presence, and growth for SpotBase.
We're Hiring
Open RolesInterested in helping build features or keeping our plane spotting community safe? Volunteer developers and moderators can apply below!