Flighty has long been considered one of the best apps for tracking flight status. With version 4.0, the app gets even better, as it can now predict whether your flight will be delayed and even tell you the reason for the delay.
The app combines machine learning and reliable aviation data to proactively alert you if your flight can’t take off on time. Could it have predicted CrowdStirke’s outage? Probably not, but maybe the collateral damage that lasted for days.
Either way, this feature can help you plan your trip accordingly. Sure, you'll still have to show up at the airport until the flight is officially delayed, but at least you'll know what kind of trouble you're getting into before you leave.
This update will allow the app to monitor all traceable reasons why a flight might be delayed in order to give you the best explanation of why you will spend the next part of your life sitting in the airport waiting.
Introducing @Flighty 4😱 Find out WHY you're late. Finally!✈️ Late Flight Delays – #1 Cause of Delays⚠️ ATC Delays – #2 Cause of Delays✨ Delays Scheduled Hours Before AirlinesWelcome to a new era of Delay Intel.https://t.co/N1Fh9U3TnU pic.twitter.com/UKudEsbUluAugust 6, 2024
Some of the possible reasons for your flight delay include a late plane arrival, ground problems, weather events, closed runways, taxi congestion, and a reduced number of air traffic controllers. All of these reasons are unpleasant for you, but knowing why can help you understand the likelihood that the problem will be resolved quickly.
Should you go pro?
The delay reason feature is part of the app’s Pro plan, which costs $49 per year, but you get your first flight free to try the feature. If you travel occasionally, you can pay $4 for a week of Flighty Pro to use during your trip and save money in the long run.
Another Flighty update includes a new ability to predict delays with over 95% accuracy. Impressively, the app will predict your next flight delay 6 hours before the airline makes it official.
Of course, this won't change anything, but the app will provide the takeoff and landing performance of your airport, which will help you prepare for the worst.