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A Research and Case Study on Operating Meteorological Organization of an Airline

항공사의 기상전담조직 운영 사례와 효과에 관한 연구

  • Jinho Cho
  • 조진호 (신라대학교 항공교통관리학과)
  • Received : 2024.08.15
  • Accepted : 2024.08.25
  • Published : 2024.09.30
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Abstract

Aircraft are affected by various weather elements and phenomena as they operate vertically from the ground up to the tropopause and horizontally across temperate, tropical, and cold regions within a few hours. Meteorological information, which involves observing and forecasting these weather elements and phenomena, is crucial because it influences not only the safety of the aircraft and occurrences of cancellations, diversions, or delays but also the changes in flight time and fuel consumption. Since the routes of national carriers in Korea mainly cover regions with severe weather and significant weather changes, the role of systems and organizations for the collection, analysis, and application of meteorological information is important. This study investigated the operational case and effects of a meteorological organization at airline 'A'. It was confirmed that, following the establishment of this dedicated organization, more systematic application of meteorological information has shown operational effects such as enhancing flight safety, minimizing passenger inconvenience, and contributing to corporate management.

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Acknowledgement

본 연구는 한국항공운항학회 2021년 춘계학술대회에서 발표한 논문을 대폭 수정하고 추가 연구하였음을 알려 드립니다.

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