The F4EClim project, part of the SESAR Joint Undertaking's Exploratory Research programme, officially kicked off last week with a meeting at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid headquarters in Puerta de Toledo (Madrid). This ambitious initiative aims to develop weather-compatible flight paths using weather data.
The project brings together a talented consortium of partners, including Delft University of Technology, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, and the DLR Institute of Air Transport, which leads the initiative. Together, these institutions will work to reduce aviation's climate impact by addressing both CO₂ emissions and non-CO₂ effects such as contrails and nitrogen oxides.
Central to F4EClim's approach is the improvement of Algorithmic Climate Change Functions (aCCFs). These functions will integrate real-time meteorological and seasonal data alongside precise climate metrics to support the creation of a web-based climate service for the aviation community.
Additionally, the project will explore the development of robust flight planning algorithms that can identify climate-friendly aircraft trajectories. These algorithms will assess the potential reduction in climate impact and associated operational costs, offering a balanced approach to sustainable aviation.
As the F4EClim project embarks on this exciting 2-year research journey, the team invites you to stay connected for updates and follow their progress towards a more sustainable future for air travel.
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