What is FlightStats?
FlightStats is an online flight tracking service that provides real-time flight status information, flight schedules, departure and arrival times, gates and terminals, delays and cancellations alerts, airport maps/guides, and historical on-time performance data. The service covers both commercial and private flights worldwide.
FlightStats gets its data directly from airlines, airports, government agencies, and other partners in order to deliver up-to-the-minute flight updates. Some key features include:
- Real-time flight tracking showing the current position and status of any incoming or outgoing flight.
- Flight schedules and status at over 4,000 airports worldwide.
- Terminal maps and airport guides with gate locations, services, restaurants etc.
- Delay and cancellation alerts via email or push notifications.
- Historical and predictive flight data such as on-time performance.
- Mobile apps for iOS and Android devices to access information on-the-go.
FlightStats aims to provide the most accurate and reliable information regarding flight arrivals and departures. Its flight data comes from a variety of sources including airlines, airports, civil aviation authorities, and specialized aviation services providers. The service is available through the website, mobile apps, and integration into other sites.
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