Method and apparatus for providing in-flight weather data
US9346556B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 24, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 2, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/80
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for providing one or more aircraft with weather data during flight includes generating a weather model using a source of weather data. The weather model incorporates flight operations information and performance requirements. The method includes generating a weather message from the weather model. The weather message is generated in a format that is compatible with the aircraft. The method also includes transmitting the weather message to the aircraft during flight of the aircraft.
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