Use Flighty or FlightAware to Track Flights in Real-Time

The Problem

Your flight is delayed but the airline hasn't announced it yet. You're sitting at the gate.

The Hack

Download FlightAware (free) or Flighty (paid). Enter any flight number. See real-time position, speed, altitude, and predicted delays before the airline updates.

Why It Works

These apps track aircraft transponders directly. They often show delays and gate changes 15-30 minutes before airlines update their own systems.

Pro Tips

• FlightAware: free, tracks any flight worldwide
• Flighty: $50/year, best for frequent flyers — proactive delay alerts
• Know about delays before the airline announces them
• Share flight tracking links with people picking you up