International Conference on Managing the Impact of Weather on Air and Space Launch Operations
EUROCONTROL is proud to host the International Conference on Managing the Impact of Weather on Air and Space Launch Operations at our Brussels Headquarters on 12-13 November 2025.
Weather plays a critical role in the success and safety of both air and space launch operations. Effectively managing its impact is essential not only to ensure safety but also to minimise operational costs. Despite advances in forecasting, challenges such as inflight icing, hazardous landing conditions, and undetected clear air turbulence remain significant contributors to aviation accidents. Moreover, weather-related delays continue to disrupt global air traffic, while climate change introduces additional uncertainties.
Organised by the Air and Space Academy, this conference aims to explore how decision-makers can leverage enhanced weather data and cutting-edge processing techniques to improve operational safety and efficiency.
The event will bring together stakeholders from airlines, air navigation service providers, airports, general aviation, weather services, research institutions, aircraft manufacturers, regulators, and more, to exchange ideas and uncover innovative solutions.
Attendees will also have the exclusive opportunity to visit our Network Manager Operations Centre and engage in networking activities designed to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Programme
The preliminary programme is now available. It is organised around four sessions.
- Facts and figures of weather impact in air and space launch operations
- Improving weather management through innovative tools and solutions
- Decision-making processes and accountabilities
- Research for the future of weather management
Speakers can submit presentations on these topics. The deadline for sending abstracts is 31 May 2025
More information is available on the event's official website.
Registration
You can now register via the online form.