Month: March 2025

Lightning Strikes on Aircraft

Anil Goyal
lightning strike

Lightning is an atmospheric discharge of electricity. A lightning strike during flight can be very distressing to passengers and crew, and cause damage to an aircraft. The lightning strike very rarely compromise the safety of the aircraft. Lightning occurs as a result of a build up of static charges within a Cumulonimbus (Cb) cloud, often associated with the vertical movement and collision of ice particles (Hail), which result in a negative charge at the base of the cloud and a positive charge at the top of the cloud. Beneath the cloud, a…

Weather Avoidance: Be Prepared

Anil Goyal
Weather Deviation

The concept of “Be Prepared” is relevant in various aspects of life- including investing, personal development, and emergency preparedness, however it extends beyond that emphasising the importance of foresight, planning, and readiness for various situations. It encourages individuals to be mentally, physically, and practically prepared for challenges and opportunities. In this article we will look at aviation weather hazards, effects and defences. Weather Avoidance Characteristics During active weather conditions, the workload increases for flight crew and controllers because- Weather: Consequences Possible effects of adverse weather avoidance include: Defences Controllers Workload may be…