EasyJet unveils infrared ash detector that will allow pilots to steer clear of ash.

Run_to_da_hills

"New technology that could minimise future disruption to planes from volcanic ash was unveiled today by budget airline easyJet. The carrier will be the first airline to trial a new 'weather radar for ash' system called AVOID (Airborne Volcanic Object Identifier and Detector). The system involves placing infrared technology onto an aircraft to supply images to both the pilots and an airline's flight control centre. These images will enable pilots to see an ash cloud up to 62 miles ahead of the aircraft and at altitudes between 5,000ft and 50,000ft".

I would imagine this could pose confusion with ATC if several planes on a busy route decided to change their flight plans.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-1283942/EasyJet-unveils-infrared-ash-detector-allow-pilots-steer-volcanic-debris.html

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