CORTEX LLWAS - Low Level Windshear Alert System
Enhance aviation safety and protect passengers at your airport with CORTEX LLWAS - Low Level Windshear Alert System. Windshear and microbursts are among the most hazardous weather conditions for aircraft during takeoff and landing phases. Sudden excessive wind changes over a short distance can lead to dangerous loss of lift, posing critical risks to flight safety.
Our LLWAS solution can rapidly identify windshear, microbursts, wind gusts and sudden direction changes, sending instant notifications to Air Traffic Control (ATC) who can then alert pilots to take immediate evasive action.
Why Choose CORTEX LLWAS?Our LLWAS system is designed specifically to your airport’s unique runway configuration, local weather patterns, terrain, and potential obstacles.
Additionally, our LLWAS is fully compliant with ICAO and World Meteorological Organization (WMO) recommendations and utilizes FAA-certified algorithms to ensure global regulatory acceptance.
When is CORTEX LLWAS Most Effective?- Thunderstorms and convective weather activity
- Coastal windshear from sea breezes
- Windshear in dry climates, even from minor showers or virga
- Windshear caused by mountainous terrain
By addressing these conditions, the CORTEX LLWAS solution provides airports with the tools needed to navigate complex weather challenges confidently and effectively.
KEY BENEFITS AND FEATURES- Proven National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) Phase III Algorithm.
- Real-time audible and visual warnings.
- Detailed information on windshear type, location, intensity, and headwind impact.
- Flexible, expandable coverage for multiple runways.
- Available in single or redundant configurations for maximum reliability.
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