India Launches SkyCast System at IGI Airport for Enhanced Aviation Safety
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Launch of SkyCast System at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, New Delhi. |
| Inaugurated by | Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh. |
| Purpose | Real-time aviation weather monitoring to manage fog, turbulence, and poor visibility. |
| Developed under | Mission Mausam (Govt. of India initiative to modernize weather forecasting). |
| Key Features | Monitors fog formation, visibility, wind speed/direction, turbulence, moisture, temperature, aerosol concentration. |
| Technologies Used | Radar Wind Profiler, SODAR, Microwave Radiometer, GFAS, CL61 Lidar-based Ceilometer. |
| Coverage | Atmospheric conditions up to 3 km above the airport. |
| Benefits | Reduces flight delays, diversions, cancellations, and improves safety during take-off/landing. |