AI-powered weather forecasting showcased at SESAR Walking Tours during Airspace World 2026

Weather remains one of the most significant drivers of capacity constraints in air traffic management, making early and accurate forecasting essential for effective operational planning.

During the SESAR Walking Tours at Airspace World 2026 in Lisbon, Dr. Aniel Jardines presented the KAIROS project at the ENAIRE stand, demonstrating how artificial intelligence can enhance the prediction of convective weather phenomena, including CB clouds, heavy precipitation, turbulence, lightning, and associated operational hazards.

Through a live interactive interface, participants explored 48-hour probabilistic forecasts illustrating the development and evolution of storm activity across Europe. The demonstration showcased how AI-driven forecasting can improve predictive capability, reduce false alarms, and provide more precise identification of weather impacts relevant to aviation operations.

By enabling earlier and more informed ATM decision-making, these advanced meteorological capabilities support better anticipation of capacity constraints, more efficient traffic flow planning, and increased resilience of airspace operations.