How is flight information used?
How is flight information used? In large airports, there are different sets of FIDS for each terminal or even each major airline. FIDS are used to inform passengers of boarding gates, departure/arrival times, destinations, notifications of flight delays/flight cancellations, and partner airlines, et al.
How many flight information regions are there?
Each of the nine regions contains a varied number of FIRs. According to ICAO, the geographical boundaries of the current ICAO air navigation regions are defined in Appendix I to the Directives to Regional Air Navigation Meetings and Rules of Procedure for their Conduct (Doc 8144).
Who provides the flight information service?
FIS is provided by a 'Flight Information Service Officer/Operator' (FISO), usually located at a 'Flight Information Centre' (FIC) and responsible for flights following Visual Flight Rules (VFR).
Are flight information public?
Aircraft operators are required to report detailed information on their flight path to various national regulators, including the Federal Aviation Administration. That data is generally a matter of public record and is published to various websites popular amongst airline enthusiasts.