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AeroSafety World Magazine
May 2012 - Volume 7
Strong convections
Severe turbulence. Wind shear. Air rising and sinking at incredible speeds. All those are potential features of convection (thunderstorms). Atmospheric scientist Edward Brotek explains how convection works and, critical for aviation, how it can be forecast.
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Flight Safety Foundation presented the Aviation Week & Space Technology Distinguished Service Award today to Jay Pardee, the Federal Aviation Administration’s Chief Scientist for Aviation Safety. Read more >
Flight Safety Foundation presented the Business Aviation Meritorious Service Award to Hong Kong based Metrojet at the opening session of the 57th annual Corporate Aviation Safety Seminar. Read more >
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