Aviation Weather Services: A Call for Federal Leadership and Action Contributor(s): National Research Council (Author), Division on Engineering and Physical Sci (Author), Commission on Engineering and Technical (Author) |
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ISBN: 0309053803 ISBN-13: 9780309053808 Publisher: National Academies Press OUR PRICE: $28.50 Product Type: Paperback Published: December 1995 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Science | Earth Sciences - Meteorology & Climatology - Technology & Engineering | Aeronautics & Astronautics |
LCCN: 95072006 |
Physical Information: 120 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Each time we see grim pictures of aircraft wreckage on a rain-drenched crash site, or scenes of tired holiday travelers stranded in snow-covered airports, we are reminded of the harsh impact that weather can have on the flying public. This book examines issues that affect the provision of national aviation weather services and related research and technology development efforts. It also discusses fragmentation of responsibilities and resources, which leads to a less-than-optimal use of available weather information and examines alternatives for responding to this situation. In particular, it develops an approach whereby the federal government could provide stronger leadership to improve cooperation and coordination among aviation weather providers and users. |