Title: Critical meteorological variables in instrumental landing system operations at airports: an in-depth analysis

Authors: İbrahim Akbayır; Veli Yavuz; Deniz Demirhan; Berk Münci İnanç

Addresses: Faculty of Astronautics and Aeronautics, Meteorological Engineering Department, İstanbul Technical University, İstanbul, Türkiye ' Özdemir Bayraktar Faculty of Astronautics and Aeronautics, Meteorological Engineering Department, Samsun University, Samsun, Türkiye ' Faculty of Astronautics and Aeronautics, Meteorological Engineering Department, İstanbul Technical University, İstanbul, Türkiye ' Faculty of Mines, Geophysics Engineering Department, İstanbul Technical University, İstanbul, Türkiye

Abstract: This study investigates the impact of atmospheric events and meteorological parameters on aviation activities, accidents, delays, and cancellations, with a specific focus on low visibility during takeoff and landing. The research, conducted at three airports in distinct geographical regions, employs statistical analyses considering various atmospheric events and meteorological conditions. The study evaluates five different instrument landing system (ILS) categories to determine the necessity and type of ILS system required based on point-specific climatic conditions. The study showed that patchy fog and mist reduce visibility below 2,000 metres at airports, while heavy rain and mist affect visibility below 10,000 metres.

Keywords: aviation; meteorological parameters; low visibility; runway visual range; instrumental landing system; aviation activities.

DOI: 10.1504/IJGW.2024.142603

International Journal of Global Warming, 2024 Vol.34 No.3, pp.260 - 274

Received: 16 Apr 2024
Accepted: 13 Jul 2024
Published online: 11 Nov 2024 *

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