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March 23Every March 23, the world commemorates the World Meteorological Day, a date that highlights the importance of weather in various aspects of our life, especially in air navigation. This year, the motto chosen by the World Meteorological Organization (OMM) is Together, lets reduce the gap in early alert systems, in order to join efforts and thus reduce the risk of incidents.
In Peru, Corpac S.A., through its meteorology service, it plays a fundamental role in the safety and efficiency of aviation. This service provides essential weather information for the planning and execution of flights, ensuring that aircraft operate with security and efficiency. Through precise analysis and forecasts, data on weather and destination weather conditions are supplied, including alerts on dangerous phenomena.
Following the standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the aeronautical regulations of Peru of the General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC), CORPAC guarantees a high quality weather service throughout the country. To do this, it has automatic meteorological observation systems (AWOS), which allow constant monitoring of critical variables such as visibility, temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, direction and wind speed, as well as the height of the clouds. These data, complemented by the observation of experts, allow to generate increasingly successful forecasts, contributing to the operational safety of aviation.
The impact of the weather transcends aviation. The World Meteorological Community plays a key role in mitigating climate change and in achieving sustainable development objectives (SDGs). Thanks to its efforts, food safety, health and access to clean water and sustainable energy is improved, while protecting biodiversity and reinforcing the resilience of cities and communities before extreme climatic events.
In addition to attending to commercial aviation, the Meteorological Service of Corpac S.A. It provides support to the Air Force, Navy, Army of Peru and the National Meteorology and Hydrography Service (Senamhi). Through its web platform, it offers updated and real weather information to thousands of users worldwide, including the World Meteorological Organization, allowing a quick and precise diffusion of essential data for air and maritime navigation.
On this World Meteorological Day, we recognize the work of the professionals of the weather and their contribution to air security, the protection of the environment and the well -being of society. Meteorology is not only key to aviation, but it is also a fundamental pillar in the fight against climate change and the construction of a safer and sustainable future.