New technology at Sydney Airport could make a big difference to travellers when they fly.

For the first time in Australia a new system is able to predict turbulence, as experts warn the climate crisis is making the phenomenon more common when planes take to the skies.

The low-level windshear alert system examines wind velocity and direction around the clock to detect potential windshear events.

New technology at Sydney Airport could make a big difference to travellers when they fly.
New technology at Sydney Airport could make a big difference to travellers when they fly. (9News)

The laser system scans the airspace and sends accurate, detailed data to air traffic control every 10 seconds.

“It’s going to allow us to identify the best runways to land on and plan for any potential delays, so we can streamline that end-to-end travel process,” Sydney Airport Airfields Operations Manager Phil Tuazon told 9News.

Aviation officials from Asia are calling for greater mitigation strategies for turbulence.

One man was killed in May when Singapore Airlines flight SQ 321 suddenly dropped mid-flight.

The laser system scans the airspace and sends accurate, detailed data to air traffic control every 10 seconds.
The laser system scans the airspace and sends accurate, detailed data to air traffic control every 10 seconds. (9News)

Virgin Australia training captain Stu Ryan said the system “adds another level of safety”.

“More precisely at the take off and landing phase,” Ryan said.

“It’ll not only improve safety but it’ll improve the flow of traffic in Sydney, ultimately leads to better experience for our guests,” Ryan said.

“On top of that, it provides a comfortable ride.”

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