Description

An operational flight plan (OFP) is used by the pilots during flight to monitor the progress of the flight and make sure that the aircraft will reach the destination on time and with sufficient fuel on board. OFPs can also be used as a formal record of the flight for audit or reconstruction purposes. A well-designed, and properly completed, OFP can be a highly useful tool, enhancing situational awareness.

Generic content of an OFP

Operators use different formats, often computer-generated, for OFPs which may contain the following information: