This term refers to the real-time information available regarding a specific air travel itinerary. It typically includes details like scheduled departure and arrival times, any delays, the flight’s current location, gate information, and the flight’s operational status (e.g., on time, delayed, canceled). An example would be accessing this data to determine if a scheduled arrival is expected to be on time or has encountered a delay.
Access to this type of information provides significant benefits to travelers, their families, and those meeting arriving passengers. Knowing a flight’s current status enables proactive planning, reduces uncertainty regarding travel arrangements, and allows adjustments to be made in response to schedule changes. Historically, obtaining such data was a cumbersome process, but now readily available through online resources and mobile applications, it empowers travelers and promotes efficient travel management.