A new study from researchers at the University of Technology Sydney links climate change to increased severe turbulence during long-haul flights, particularly from downbursts at lower altitudes. Utilizing machine learning, researchers found that rising heat and moisture are pivotal in creating dangerous wind gusts, leading to calls for airlines to enhance vigilance during critical flight phases. As recent incidents of turbulence have injured passengers, the need to address these climate-related risks in aviation safety protocols is underscored, marking a focus shift from high-altitude to lower altitude turbulence dangers.
Based on their findings, the scientists are calling for air safety authorities and airlines to be 'more vigilant during takeoff and landing in a warming world.'
'Our research is among the first to detail the heightened climate risk to airlines from thunderstorm microbursts, especially during takeoff and landing,' they explained in an article for The Conversation.
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