FLIGHT INFORMATION REGION

Definition

• An airspace of defined dimensions within which Flight Information Service and Alerting Service are provided.
  a. Flight Information Service. A service provided for the purpose of giving advice and information useful for
  the safe and efficient conduct of flights.
  b. Alerting Service. A service provided to notify appropriate organizations regarding aircraft in need of search and rescue aid and to assist such organizations as required.

References

• Pilot Controller Glossary, Federal Aviation Administration, 2023