A look at Flighty, a flight-tracking app that often beats airline updates; downloads went up 3x when the FAA cut air traffic during the US government shutdown (Ben Cohen/Wall Street Journal)

Flighty, a flight-tracking app, has seen a significant increase in downloads, tripling during the recent US government shutdown when the FAA cut air traffic. The app is noted for often providing updates faster than airlines, making it a valuable tool for travelers. This surge in usage highlights the app's growing importance in the aviation sector, especially during disruptions.