What information does the Automated Terminal Information Service (ATIS) provide?

The Automated Terminal Information Service (ATIS) provides essential airfield and airspace information to pilots and air traffic controllers. This information typically includes data such as weather conditions, active runways, available approaches, and any pertinent notices that may affect the safety and efficiency of aircraft operations in the vicinity of the airport. By broadcasting this information continuously, ATIS helps streamline communications, allowing pilots to receive critical updates without needing to contact air traffic control directly, thus improving safety and efficiency at busy airports.

The other options do not accurately represent the primary function of ATIS. While weather updates for flights are indeed included in the ATIS information, it is only a part of a broader communications service that covers essential airfield and airspace data. Directions for passengers arriving at the airport and flight delay notices are important for passengers but fall under different services and communications that are not the focus of ATIS.