SINGAPORE: The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) and the National Environment Agency (NEA) have launched a national programme to tackle the effects of weather on aviation by strengthening the country's aviation meteorological capabilities. The initiative comes as weather patterns lead to more flight delays and diversions, disruptions to airport operations, turbulence and other aviation safety concerns around the world, the agencies said in a joint media release on Tuesday (Dec 9). The multidisciplinary Aviation Meteorological Programme will bring together experts in aviation and meteorology, as well as aviation companies and unions. It will aim to build capabilities in research and development (R&D) and operations that will enhance the prediction, mitigation and management of the effects of weather on air traffic control, airlines and airport operations, the agencies said. The programme will have five focus areas that each address a critical weather phenomenon that affects aviation operations in Singapore and the region.  These areas are lightning, turbulence, convective weather, surface winds and condensation trails, or contrails. https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/caas-and-nea-set-up-programme-tackle-impact-changing-weather-patterns-aviation-5569526 (ICE SINGAPORE)

Fonte notizia: CNA, 9 December 2025