What the Tech: App of the Day, Flight Tracker

Flight Tracker allows users to follow any commercial flight in real time, providing live updates on its status. Flight delays have become increasingly common, causing frustration for travelers who arrive at airports only to face long waits. Flight Tracker aims to reduce this stress by letting users search by flight number or route and instantly view the flight's exact location on a live map.

Features of Flight Tracker

Shows whether a flight is taxiing, airborne, or delayed at the gate
Displays every flight worldwide in real time, with the ability to zoom in and observe hundreds of planes simultaneously
Sends notifications about schedule changes, such as departure times, gate changes, or delays
Integrates with iPhone’s Dynamic Island and Apple Watch for convenient updates

Beyond Airline Apps

During Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Meta, Facebook’s parent company, introduced new tools to help older adults detect and avoid scams. Flight Tracker extends beyond typical airline application features by offering comprehensive real-time flight monitoring globally.

Safety Concern Highlight

A frightening evening for a Florida couple after police say suspects used an Apple AirTag to stalk and kidnap them.

This incident underscores technology's potential risks even as it offers convenience.

Author's Summary

Flight Tracker enhances travel by providing real-time global flight monitoring and timely notifications, improving convenience despite rising travel delays.

WRDW — 2025-11-04