Weather Hazards in Aviation: Solar Flares
Weather Hazards in Aviation: Solar Flares Weather is one of the greatest concerns in general aviation. When we think of weather hazards in aviation the first things that may come to mind might be ice, thunderstorms, tornadoes, etc. Unbeknownst to a lot of people, solar flares may also impact aviation operations. I chose this hazard because it is not something that is often talked about. I think spreading awareness about this hazard is important in bettering the aviation industry. As we know, the sun occasionally releases bursts of energy, known as solar flares. Solar flares release vast amounts of radiation into space. This radiation can often interfere with radio and satellite communications, power grids, or technology on Earth. This is a problem, because in recent months there has been increased solar activity. In the last decade there has been an increase in the frequency of solar bursts. There have also been several reports ...