Volcanic Ash Forecast Modeling | Ash Cloud Prediction :: Universal® Trip Support Services

Extended Volcanic Ash Forecast Modeling from Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. Learn more at http://www.universalweather.com.

Following the volcanic eruptions in Iceland in spring 2010, Universal Weather and Aviation set out to find a solution that would help its clients proactively plan to avoid delays and cancellations as a result of an ash cloud.

Universal is now providing our clients with volcanic ash model forecasting as a value-added service and a standard component of our trip support services package. What's unique about this forecast is that it allows Universal to project the path of an ash cloud well beyond the standard 18-hour forecast currently provided by ash advisory centers. As you can see from the time and date stamp on the left-hand corner of the screen, the model can provide an objective forecast of the path of an ash cloud days beyond the event.

The benefit of this extended forecasting model is that it allows us to advise our clients on preparations for Plan B well in advance if it appears their operation will be impacted. Anytime a significant volcanic ash event occurs at any point worldwide, Universal's trip support services team will use this tool to help predict any impact on a client's trip and advise accordingly. This volcanic ash forecasting model is based on proven scientific data and has been verified by the leading scientists and volcanologists in the industry. The model uses advanced physics to determine the path of ash transport and dispersion and is a widely-used tool within the scientific community.

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