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Extreme Flooding At Dubai Airport Causes Flight Diversions and Cancellations

At least 45 arriving and departing flights have been canceled throughout the day, with arrivals affected into the evening.

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Air New Zealand Airbus A320 and ATR regional aircraft.
Two British Airways aircraft parked at gates at London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.
British Airways Introduces 2 New Weather Apps To Minimize Flight Disruptions

Real-time, accurate weather data will improve operational efficiency.

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American Airlines Boeing 787
Explained: The Two Things That VMC Means In Aviation

VMC is one of many acronyms in the aviation industry. What does it stand for?

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An Airliner flying through clouds.
What Is IMC in Aviation?

Instrument meteorological conditions completely change how flight operations are performed.

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An Aircraft landing during a thundersorm.
What Are Aviation Weather Briefings & Why Are They Important?

Aviation weather briefings are available in the USA by calling a toll-free number.

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A Pilatus-PC-24 landing on a runway completely flooded with water.
How Aquaplaning Can Impact Aircraft Operations

Aquaplaning is a common wet weather threat for all pilots.

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Spirit Airlines and United Airlines aircraft on runway preparing for departure from the Orlando International Airport.
Weather And Staffing Issues Cause Orlando International Airport To Suffer From Hundreds Of Delays

It comes as the FAA will open a hiring window for air traffic controllers next month.

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A Swiss International Air Lines Saab 2000 flying in the sky.
Eight-Year Investigation: The Story Of Swiss International Air Lines Flight 850

Swiss International Air Lines Flight 850 had a scary encounter with Mother Nature's fury in 2002.

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Many aircraft on the apron at Dubai International on a hot morning.
What Is Density Altitude & Why Does It Matter To Pilots?

When the temperature goes up, performance comes down.

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aircraft flying against dark storm clouds
Why Airliners Avoid Storms Despite Being Designed To Withstand Them

Mother nature can create some fierce weather conditions and aircraft must aim to avoid these.

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Malindo Air Boeing 737-800 CFM56 engine
How Does Precipitation Affect Jet Engines?

There are several factors involved in ensuring jets can fly safely through rain, ice, and snow.

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irport ground crew handling baggage on a rainy day at LaGuardia Airport preparing for flight.
Flying In Monsoon Season: Everything You Need To Know

Is flying through a thunderstorm as scary as others make it to be?

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United planes at Chicago O'Hare
A JetBlue Airbus A321neo aircraft flying
JetBlue Could Save $4M A Year Through AI Weather Forecasting

Avoiding costly delays and cancelations with more accurate AI-driven forecasts.

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LATAM Airbus A320 at Ezeiza Airport in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Taylor Swift, Like A Hurricane, Prompts Airline Change Fee Waivers

Industry experts reportedly say waiving change fees due to a postponed concert is unusual.

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Air New Zealand
Storms Affects Nearly 12,000 Passengers In New Zealand

Travelers have been reaching for the sick bags.

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NOAA Lockheed WP-3D Orion
Hurricane Hunters: Flying Into The Eye Of The Storm

It may seem like risky business, but this work can be crucial!

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Airplane on approach with storm clouds in the distance.
New York Area Airports Hit With Disruptions From Heavy Rains And Flooding

Over 500 flights were canceled between the three airports.

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Several airBaltic aircraft parked side by side.
How Does Cold Weather Affect Aircraft Engines?

Aircraft engines perform better in cold weather.

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