There are several software products to help flight planners to reduce flight cost through means of choosing the right route, calculating height and speed for each flight and loading the right amount of fuel into the aircraft. The number one priority of flight planning is assuring the safety of the aircraft and of its occupants. The jetstreams play a major role in the transatlantic sector between North America and Europe, which impacts flight planning. Several airlines either use their own resources for flight planning or external agencies to help them plan. What is important to note is that smarter flight planning is one of the key determinants for an airline to remain afloat or viable for a longer period of time.

Source: The Hindu January 10, 2022 00:35 UTC