How Climate Change Impacts Aviation
The impact of climate change is no longer a far-fetched concern but it is a reality that is changing every industry in every part of the world including the aviation industry. Whether it involves soaring temperatures or an extreme weather event, the effect the latter has on airlines, airports, and aviation professionals cannot be denied. The sector requires knowledge of these changes to be sustainable and resilient. Rising Temperatures and Aircraft Performance The rise of the global average temperatures is one of the most direct outcomes of climate change. The less dense air is hotter, and the aircraft engines must expend more effort to cause the same lift during the takeoff. This may lead to weight limits, where the airlines are forced to restrain the number of passengers or the volume of cargo. In the long-run, these readjustments influence the revenue, the time schedules, and the efficiency. Extreme Weather Events Disrupting Operations Climate change has also been characterize...