29-Apr-2019Source: Baron
Baron, the worldwide provider of critical weather intelligence, announces a new weather forecasting model available immediately in the company’s Baron Threat Net, Baron API, and broadcast products. Weather models are produced via intense computer analysis using known and projected atmospheric conditions and current sensor readings. The result is a forecast projected out a set number... Read more
20-Feb-2019Source: IHSF
Aviation forecasts are a central tool to help pilots to identify anticipated weather threats and put in place a strategy to mitigate those threats during the pre-flight planning stage. However, a forecast only describes what is most likely to happen, and pilots must use their knowledge and experience to consider other possible outcomes associated with... Read more
9-Aug-2018Source: FAA
The FAA is requesting public comment on the agency’s proposal to discontinue the Hazardous Inflight Weather Advisory Service (HIWAS). Hazardous Inflight Weather Advisory Service (HIWAS) is a continuous broadcast of weather advisories over a limited nationwide network of VORs that provide pilots with meteorological information relating to hazardous weather. Since the early 1980s, the broadcast,... Read more
19-Jan-2017Source: Poynting Group
The Norwegian Air Ambulance Foundation is the largest ideal membership organization with nearly 700,000 members. The goal is to save lives by strengthening air ambulance service throughout Norway. This is done through thorough research, development and cooperation with other emergency services. One of the main challenges are the weather patterns in secluded areas. In the... Read more
10-Nov-2016Source: NBAA
Advanced in-cockpit weather technologies have served as both blessing and, arguably, curse to pilots, with the possibility of being overwhelmed by the sheer abundance of information at their fingertips. Helping pilots determine the right data to use was one of the goals of an NBAA-BACE education session titled “Advancing Avionics Weather Information.” “We reach out... Read more
3-Oct-2016Source: SiriusXM
Today ForeFlight and SiriusXM introduced SiriusXM Aviation weather service on the newest version of ForeFlight Mobile. ForeFlight’s latest release (version 8.1) is now available on the iTunes App Store. Pilots using the ForeFlight app with the SXAR1 portable receiver can now access SiriusXM’s superior Aviation weather service, which will provide them with access to satellite... Read more
11-Jul-2016Source: TUM
Fog, blizzards, gusts of wind – poor weather can often make the operation of rescue helicopters a highly risky business, and sometimes even impossible. A new helmet-mounted display, developed by researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), may in the future be able to help pilots detect hazards at an early stage, even when... Read more
27-Jan-2016Source: Rice University
A new nanotech coating can melt ice on helicopter blades and might offer a new way to de-ice aircraft, wind turbines, and power lines. In tests, the material melted centimeter-thick ice from a static helicopter rotor blade in a minus-4-degree Fahrenheit environment. When a small voltage was applied, the coating delivered electrothermal heat—called Joule heating—to... Read more
28-Aug-2015Source: LBA Group
LBA Technology, Inc. (LBA), a unit of LBA Group, Inc., announced that the U.S. Patent Office has granted a patent for a line of portable lightning masts designed, manufactured and MARKETED by LBA. These unique lightning masts, LBA’s PLP-series, offer effective, portable lightning protection. The PLP-Series is the first in the market to offer such... Read more
30-Jun-2015Source: Belfort Instrument
Belfort Instrument Company, one of the country’s oldest meteorological sensor and meteorological system manufactures, installed their AWOS at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center (8OH9), Cincinnati, Ohio. Metro Aviation, Inc. is the aviation services provider for the medical center. The Belfort Automated Weather Observation System (AWOS) provides pilots with FAA certified Altimeter Setting, visibility measurements... Read more
3-Mar-2015Source: Schneider
Troo Corporation, a leading provider of Connected Location Intelligence Services for satellite, RF and cellular monitoring solutions is pleased to announce the expansion of its TrooTrax web-based tracking and device management platform to include the best in live and forecasted Aviation Weather for fixed wing and helicopter operators thanks to a partnership with Schneider Electric... Read more
19-Jan-2015Source: EagleMed
EagleMed critical care air medical transport company is co-sponsoring an aviation hazards seminar for general aviation pilots and aviation weather enthusiasts scheduled Jan. 23, 2015 in Wichita. Co-sponsors are the National Weather Service office in Wichita, and the Kansas Army National Guard. The seminar on Convective Weather Effects (thunderstorms and their hazards) will be held... Read more
16-Dec-2014Source: Garmin
Today, Garmin announces the new GDL 69 and GDL 69A SXM datalink receivers. These new datalink receivers offer access to new weather service packages with lower activation fees, which are made available by SiriusXM and their latest G4 satellite network. The GDL 69A SXM receiver provides both pilots and passengers with SiriusXM Satellite Radio audio... Read more
14-Nov-2014Source: Garmin
We’re thrilled to offer a new, limited time promotion, which allows even more affordable access to global weather, texting and voice calling. Whether you find yourself flying in Europe, Australia or anywhere in between, staying in touch with loved ones and accessing the weather you need is now more affordable than ever. Save money today... Read more
10-Nov-2014Source: FAA
The Got Weather? campaign aims to help general aviation pilots prepare for potential weather challenges they may encounter during the 2014 flying season. For November, the campaign is focused on crosswinds: get it straight. Check out a new video featuring FAA Administrator Michael Huerta discussing crosswinds with pilot Ty Chaudhry. The Got Weather? campaign partners... Read more
7-Aug-2014Source: FAA
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Weather Service (NWS)has joined the FAA and the general aviation community’s eight month Got Weather? national safety campaign. NOAA’s NWS delivers consistent, timely, and accurate weather information for both domestic and international airspace from three specialized aviation weather offices – Aviation Weather Center, Alaska Aviation Weather Unit... Read more
2-Jul-2014Source: NBAA
Because unique weather conditions are associated with summer, now is a good time for a reminder about a new online FAA safety resource that provides tips for pilots dealing with the season’s thunderstorm activity. Launched by the agency in May 2014 with the support of aviation groups, including NBAA, the Got Weather? initiative offers information... Read more
2-May-2014Source: FAA
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and general aviation groups will launch an eight-month national safety campaign titled, “Got Weather? #GotWx,” to help general aviation (GA) pilots prepare for potential weather challenges they may encounter during the 2014 flying season. FAA Administrator Michael Huerta and GA leaders will kick-off the Got Weather?... Read more
20-Mar-2014Source: SkyTrac Systems
SkyTrac Systems is pleased to announce the introduction of world-wide weather overlays to their web-based tracking and mapping tool, SkyWeb. This feature, previously only available for maps in Canada, the United States and Europe, will allow operators to track weather changes across the continents alongside the location and status of fleet, all from one interface.... Read more
5-Mar-2014Source: Belfort
Belfort Instrument Company, one of the country’s oldest meteorological sensor and meteorological system manufacturers, has received an order from LifeFlight of Maine for four additional Belfort AWOS AV units. This order was announced at the 2014 Heli-Expo in Anaheim, California today. “When these four additional Belfort AWOS units are installed, Maine will have a network of... Read more
25-Feb-2014Source: Belfort
Belfort Instrument Company, one of the country’s oldest meteorological sensor and meteorological system manufactures, is in the process of obtaining a purchase order from the LA County Sheriff’s Department, Aero Bureau for a Belfort AWOS AV in support of their aviation department. The Belfort Automated Weather Observation System (AWOS AV) will provide the LA county... Read more
22-Feb-2014Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, announced today the GXM 42, a portable SiriusXM Aviation weather receiver which allows pilots to access new weather services made available by SiriusXM and their enhanced satellite network. The GXM 42 is the latest addition to a vast lineup... Read more
16-Dec-2013Source: NEMSPA
The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in conjunction with the National EMS Pilots Association (NEMSPA), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the National Weather Service (NWS), and the International Helicopter Safety Team (IHST), is holding a second HEMS Weather Summit on Wednesday, December 18 in Washington, DC. The inaugural summit, held in Boulder Colorado in... Read more
30-Oct-2013Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced new and simple worldwide weather pricing plans as well as a new position reporting service, both utilizing our global connectivity services. These services offer pilots seamless access to weather products around the world and supply position information... Read more
1-Oct-2013Source: FAA
Before emergency medical services pilot Rex Orgill flies a helicopter rescue mission from his base in Salt Lake City, he checks a new NextGen weather forecasting tool to see what the visibility will be like at the pickup site. Orgill is a pilot with Intermountain Life Flight in Utah. Intermountain Life Flight helicopters are airborne... Read more
29-Apr-2013Source: All Weather, Inc.
All Weather, Inc. (AWI), a leading manufacturer of weather information systems, meteorological sensors, and integrated display systems, is proud to announce the launch of their new website, www.allweatherinc.com. Using the latest technologies, All Weather, Inc. has provided its customers with a site that is user-friendly and operates smoothly on all modern browsers and mobile devices.... Read more
9-Nov-2012Source: HAI
Part aviation meteorology and part aviation weather resources, the seminar will cover two parts: low-level wind shear, turbulence, icing, and other issues critical to pilots; and web resources and smartphone apps – including a discussion about radar interpretation. Who should attend? Fixed-wing pilots and helicopter pilots who want another tool to help better understand the... Read more
1-Aug-2012Source: Belfort
Belfort Instrument Company, one of the oldest meteorological sensor and meteorological system manufactures in the U.S., has redesigned its website with more information and expanded features. The Belfort site, www.belfortinstrument.com/ provides not only information on a wide range of meteorological sensors but also lists system solutions for various weather measurement systems. The Belfort Online store tab has... Read more
27-Jul-2012Source: Pilot Weather Training
While National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reports most commonly find human error to be the direct cause of aviation accidents, weather is a primary contributing factor in 23 percent of all aviation accidents. The total weather impact is an estimated national cost of $3 billion for accident damage and injuries, delays, and unexpected operating costs. Michael... Read more
24-Jul-2012Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced new features and capabilities for the Garmin Pilot app for iOS® and Android™ including support for the GDL® 39 portable ADS-B receiver. When paired with a GDL 39, Garmin Pilot can display subscription-free weather and ADS-B datalink... Read more
28-May-2012Source: Belfort Instrument
Belfort Instrument Company, one of the country’s oldest meteorological sensor and meteorological system manufactures, has installed its DigiWxTM Automated Weather Observation System (AWOS) at the Pier 7 Heliport. The AWOS AV provides real-time wind speed, wind direction, temperature, relative humidity, dew point, altimeter, visibility and cloud height on a graphical display, over a VHF frequency,... Read more
10-Apr-2012Source: Telvent
Telvent GIT, S.A., a leading real-time IT solutions and information provider for a sustainable world, announced today that it has been selected to provide its weather monitoring service, MxVision AviationSentry Online®, to Mont Blanc Helicopteres SAMU (MBH SAMU), a leading commercial helicopter operator based in Annemasse, France. Founded in 1980, MBH SAMU operates a fleet... Read more
28-Mar-2012Source: Appareo
Appareo has introduced the first completely wire-free weather receiver for the iPad–and it requires no monthly subscription. Stratus combines an ADS-B and GPS receiver into a single unit that wirelessly streams NEXRAD radar, text weather, TFRs and aircraft position to the popular ForeFlight Mobile app for iOS devices. “Stratus delivers exactly what pilots have been... Read more
22-Mar-2012Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, announced today that it will begin offering AC-U-KWIK Airport Directory data for its glass flight decks. “Pilots around the world depend on the AC-U-KWIK directories for up-to-date information on unfamiliar airports,” said Carl Wolf, Garmin’s vice president of aviation... Read more
21-Feb-2012Source: US Air Force
KANDAHAR, Afghanistan (AFNS) — Mission ready. Not if the weather forecasters said it’s a no go. An often overlooked Air Force Specialty Code is the weather forecaster. Who hasn’t anguished over a weather forecast gone wrong or at an umbrella left in a stand because the forecaster predicted sunshine? “Mother Nature is unpredictable sometimes,” said... Read more
12-Nov-2011Source: FAA
In preparation for the upcoming winter storm season, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood and FAA Administrator Randy Babbitt are convening a Forum on Wednesday, November 30 to find better ways to manage aircraft diversions. Participants in the forum will review a series of proposed steps to improve travel for passengers who are diverted from their... Read more
16-Oct-2011Source: WSI
WSI (Weather Services International), the most trusted name in aviation decision support, today announced that it has launched an iPad app for its industry-leading WSI Pilotbrief Optima™ service, the new, dramatically enhanced, on-line version of WSI Pilotbrief®. WSI Pilotbrief Optima delivers the most relevant preflight briefing experience directly to the iPad. With it, a pilot... Read more
14-Oct-2011Source: Belfort Instrument
Belfort Instrument Company, one of the country’s oldest meteorological sensor and meteorological system manufactures, has installed its DigiWxTM Automated Weather Observation System (AWOS) at the George L Mee Memorial Hospital (09CA), King City, California. The AWOS AV provides real-time wind speed, wind direction, temperature, relative humidity, dewpoint and altimeter setting, visibility, and cloud height information... Read more
30-Aug-2011Source: HeliHub.com
An extreme hailstorm in Germany on Friday has meant that all 18 helicopters present had to depart the event by road. A private fly-in at the Hotel Weißer Bär (“White Bear Hotel”) in Mülheim an der Mosel turned into a disaster as the tail end of storm “Bert” brought tennis-ball size hailstones, causing extensive damage.... Read more
3-Jul-2011Source: Telvent
Telvent (Nasdaq:TLVT), the leading real-time IT solutions and information provider for a sustainable world, announced today its selection by helicopter emergency service industry leader Inaer Helicopteros S.A. to begin utilization of their MxVision AviationSentry Online® and RotorWatch™ solutions. With the implementation of this Telvent technology, the Spain-based Inaer will improve safety and operational efficiency at... Read more
17-Jun-2011Source: Telvent
Telvent, the leading real-time IT solutions and information provider for a sustainable world, is expanding its U.S. aviation weather support system worldwide. This expansion will allow pilots, dispatchers and air traffic control managers across the globe to analyze and forecast weather on a single, comprehensive platform. With this expansion, operators can ensure safer air travel... Read more
18-May-2011Source: OilVoice
Offshore helicopter services provider CHC Helicopter will share its experience of operating in the challenging North Sea oil and gas environment at a global rescue services conference in the Netherlands later this month.... Read more
18-Apr-2011Source: Telvent
Telvent have announced a free webinar on new advanced weather alerting capabilities for European helicopter operators. The online seminar is scheduled for 26th May at 15:00 CEST / 14:00 London, and is targeted at 30 minutes with a 10 minute Q&A session. In their promotional material, Telvent tells us that “weather is the single factor... Read more
31-Mar-2011Source: Baron Services
Baron Services, Inc. announces the Baron Mobile Link, which, for the first time, will enable users to view XM WX Satellite Weather data on the iPhone and iPad, as well as devices running the Android OS. “Our customers have asked us for a way to view XM WX weather on their smart phones, iPads, and... Read more
24-Jan-2011Source: AirMed International
Award-winning air ambulance company, AirMed International (airmed.com), has announced the creation of WeatherTurndown.com, a new website for use by all air medical transport programs, including rotor and fixed-wing. Weatherturndown.com is a free service allowing medical transport programs to share current information regarding delays or cancellations due to weather. The term “weather turndown” has long been... Read more
23-Nov-2010Source: WeatherBug
WeatherBug®, the leading provider of consumer and professional weather products and services and operator of the largest weather observing and lightning network, announced its selection by SESCAM (Servicio de Salud de Castilla-La Mancha), a regional healthcare organization in central Spain that serves more than two million living throughout the region of Castilla-La Mancha. With the... Read more
15-Oct-2010Source: WSI
WSI (Weather Services International) today announced that its award-winning Pilotbrief Online flight service has added US Mineral Management Service (MMS) Blocks and Platforms, as well as new weather hazard analysis features focused on the Gulf of Mexico (GOMEX) for rotorcraft operators. â€WSI Pilotbrief has always offered best-in-class global weather decision support for pilots in one... Read more
28-Sep-2010Source: Tanis Aircraft Products
Tanis Aircraft Products announced today its comprehensive line of aircraft and engine preheat systems are the most commonly prescribed solutions for cold weather protection and dependable aircraft starting. The company’s patented technologies are built for safe and secure aircraft operations, and most of Tanis’ components and products are FAA-PMA certified. Tanis has been developing weather... Read more
20-Aug-2010Source: Pawan Hans
Pawan Hans Helicopters Ltd. (PHHL) and the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) have signed an MoU for better synergy between PHHL & IMD for enhanced Safety of Helicopter operations in India. This MoU was signed by R K Tyagi, Chairman and Managing Director Pawan Hans Helicopters Ltd. and Air Vice Marshal Ajit Tyagi, VSM, Director General,... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Washington Post
FAA officials say they aren’t liable for injuries suffered by the sole survivor of a 2008 Maryland Medevac crash in which air traffic controllers provided outdated weather information.... Read more
26-May-2009Source: DTN/Meteorlogix
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25-Apr-2009Source: WxWorx
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