Mostly Weather: The vital relationship between weather forecasting & aviation.

Met Office scientists take a lively look at the fascinating history and science of weather and climate research. Why do airports in hot parts of the world need longer runways? Why is a flight from the USA to the UK so much faster than the return journey? Why is fog so dangerous for airports? What is the difference between a METAR and a TAF? - All will be revealed in this month's episode, where regular podcasters Jeff and Claire are joined by ex-Heathrow forecaster and Met Office meteorologist Nick Silkstone. The Met Office is the United Kingdom's national weather service. The Met Office website carries the latest UK and global weather forecasts, detailed information on weather types and climate science and UK weather records for previous months, seasons and years. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/