How to Use the AeroAPI (FlightAware) MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I add the AeroAPI (FlightAware) MCP Server to my Cursor project?

Create a .cursor/mcp.json file in your project root and paste the Vinkius server configuration. Cursor will automatically detect the tools, allowing your editor agent to call them during chat or inline edits.

Q: Can Cursor Agent call the AeroAPI (FlightAware) tools to write test suites?

Yes, the agent can run getflightdetails to grab live tracking payloads and then write Jest or Pytest suites using those exact JSON structures. This ensures your tests reflect actual API behavior.

Q: How do I check if my AeroAPI (FlightAware) credentials are working in Cursor?

Ask your Cursor Agent to run checkapistatus. If the tool returns a successful status, your API key is correctly configured and ready for queries.

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Generate Flight Code in Cursor with Real AeroAPI Data

The `get_flight_details` tool fetches real-time flight telemetry and path data directly into your Cursor editor. Instead of writing code against mock JSON files, your Cursor Agent pulls live FlightAware payloads to build your software. This changes how you write tracking applications inside Cursor. You get actual FlightAware data structures to test your Cursor parsing logic immediately, reducing the time spent debugging unexpected API payloads.

Query Live Flight Logs inside the Cursor Terminal

The `search_flights` tool lets your agent find active operations based on origin, destination, or tail numbers right inside the Cursor editor. You can test your query parameters and verify FlightAware API responses inside your active Cursor coding workspace. Running this via Cursor's MCP Server integration lets you populate local databases with real flight records directly from your editor. You do not need to switch to an external API client to test your Cursor flight search queries.

Map Airport Codes to Coordinates in Your Editor

The `get_airport_details` tool retrieves precise coordinates and metadata for any airport code directly into your active Cursor file. You can instantly populate configuration files or test database seeds with real FlightAware airport profiles inside Cursor. Your agent handles the lookup via `list_airport_flights` to verify which routes are active in your Cursor workspace. This gives you a fast way to validate your routing algorithms against real FlightAware flight schedules in Cursor.

Setup guide

Set up AeroAPI (FlightAware) MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the AeroAPI (FlightAware) MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent AeroAPI (FlightAware) transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the AeroAPI (FlightAware) tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "aeroapi-flightaware-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about AeroAPI (FlightAware) MCP in Cursor

Create a `.cursor/mcp.json` file in your project root and paste the Vinkius server configuration. Cursor will automatically detect the tools, allowing your editor agent to call them during chat or inline edits.

Yes, the agent can run `get_flight_details` to grab live tracking payloads and then write Jest or Pytest suites using those exact JSON structures. This ensures your tests reflect actual API behavior.

Ask your Cursor Agent to run `check_api_status`. If the tool returns a successful status, your API key is correctly configured and ready for queries.

When you use Agent mode, Cursor understands the schemas for tools like `list_airport_flights` and suggests the correct parameters automatically. You do not need to memorize the FlightAware API documentation.

Your API keys are managed securely in your Vinkius dashboard and never hardcoded in your Cursor configuration files. All flight queries are processed through a secure MCP sandbox that leaves no trace on external servers.

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