The Smart Marty Sky Dispatch
When the climate bites back
The effect aviation has on the climate has been widely discussed – but what about the effect our changing climate has on aviation? RAeS Head of Research, NAOMI ALLEN MRAeS investigates.
A new examination of aviation’s relationship with the climate focuses on how a changing climate affects aviation operations and performance. The analysis is led by Naomi Allen, Head of Research at the Royal Aeronautical Society, who holds an MRAeS designation.
The report examines the reciprocal relationship between climate and flight, moving beyond the well-trodden discussion of aviation’s impact on the environment. It seeks to understand how shifting climate patterns could influence aviation in the future.
The investigation is framed within the context of worldwide aviation, indicating a global scope rather than region-specific findings. It highlights the broad relevance of climate-related factors to the aviation sector.
The piece emphasizes inquiry into potential risks and challenges that a changing climate may pose to aviation activities, without detailing specific incidents, mechanisms, or effects. It presents a forward-looking perspective on resilience and adaptation.