Aircraft Exposure Analytics
Visualize and measure accurate aircraft exposure to turbulence, thunderstorms, icing, and much more, utilising actual aircraft trajectory powered by ADS-B and critical weather events data.
In an industry where every hour in the sky counts, knowing how, where, and under what conditions an aircraft operates is crucial. Spire Aviation’s new Aircraft Exposure Analytics combines ADS-B flight data with global SIGMET weather reports for a clear, data-driven view of aircraft operations, enabling smarter, evidence-based decisions.
Track aircraft exposure to hazardous weather with SIGMET-driven precision
Every aircraft’s operations are mapped against global SIGMET (Significant Meteorological Information) alerts, capturing:
Turbulence
Turbulence means sudden and unpredictable air movement that can make an aircraft shake or change altitude quickly. Serious turbulence can be uncomfortable for passengers and put stress on the aircraft. Tracking exposure to it helps with inspections, planning maintenance and insurance.
Thunderstorms
Thunderstorms are dangerous for flights because they can bring lightning, hail, strong winds, and sudden turbulence. Flying through storm areas increases stress on the aircraft, engines and can lead to delays, reroutes, or extra inspections.
Icing
Icing happens when very cold water droplets freeze on the aircraft, usually on wings, engines, and sensors. This adds weight, reduces lift, and makes the plane harder to control. Keeping track of icing helps operators check if anti-icing systems are working and plan inspections more efficiently.
Volcanic ash
Volcanic ash is made of tiny sharp particles that can damage engines, scratch windows, and block important sensors. Even a short time flying through ash can cause serious problems. Aircraft exposed in these areas usually need immediate checks and may require unscheduled repairs.
Tropical cyclones
Tropical cyclones (like hurricanes or typhoons) bring very strong winds, heavy rain, and unstable flying conditions. Aircraft flying near these storms face higher risks of system issues and physical stress on the airframe. Monitoring the exposure proximity helps operators assess operational and safety impacts.
Dust storms
Dust storms carry tiny dry particles into the air, which can get into engines and air systems. They reduce visibility and increase wear on engines and filters. Regular exposure can lead to more frequent maintenance and replacement costs.
Sand storms
Sand storms have larger, heavier particles than dust storms. These particles can damage engines, sensors, and surfaces. Aircraft flying in desert areas are especially at risk and need closer monitoring for wear and tear.
Mountain waves
Mountain waves are powerful air movements that happen when wind flows over mountain ranges. They can cause strong turbulence, especially at cruising altitudes. Flying through them can make the aircraft unstable and may affect passenger comfort and flight safety.
Built for aviation decision-makers
Quantify aircraft exposure to weather hazards: Next-gen risk intelligence for aviation stakeholders
Leveraging a multi-source ADS-B network of satellites and terrestrial receivers, enhanced by proprietary flight event detection and trajectory prediction, Spire Aviation reconstructs complete aircraft activity to deliver operational transparency needed to anticipate wear, optimize inspection intervals, and streamline planning.
Gain operational intelligence that goes beyond the flight plan
- Comprehensive operational metrics updated weekly and traced back up to five years
- Per-aircraft insights using reliable airframe identifiers (MSNs) from commercial registries
- Advanced metrics to support condition-based maintenance and resource forecasting
- Environmental exposure metrics, including time spent in hazardous weather conditions
Make operational transparency your competitive advantage
I’m an MRO
Align maintenance with real-world operations
- Track flight hours and cycles at the individual aircraft level
- Identify aircraft with unusually high operational or environmental stress
- Monitor exposure to turbulence, icing, and thunderstorms for better fatigue and wear forecasting
- Support condition-based maintenance planning and optimize inspection intervals
I’m an insurer
Quantify and price risk with confidence
- Validate aircraft usage for claims and underwriting
- Analyze historical exposure to hazardous conditions like volcanic ash, tropical cyclones, and mountain waves
- Detect high-risk usage patterns across fleets or specific aircraft
- Strengthen loss models with time-based, location-specific flight risk data
I’m a lessor
Protect asset value with exposure-based intelligence
- Assess environmental stress and operational patterns for lease portfolio aircraft
- Benchmark usage against lease terms to identify overuse or deviations
- Gain visibility into exposure risks that may affect residual value or future airworthiness
- Inform redelivery condition checks with historical exposure and utilization data
I’m OEM
Enhance support and product strategy with real-world data
- Analyze how aircraft operate across diverse environments and mission types
- Identify exposure-driven maintenance trends to inform part durability and design improvements
- Monitor fleet-wide usage to optimize aftermarket support and spares planning
- Validate performance and safety assumptions using true operating condition metrics
Make operational transparency your competitive advantage
I’m an MRO
Align maintenance with real-world operations
- Track flight hours and cycles at the individual aircraft level
- Identify aircraft with unusually high operational or environmental stress
- Monitor exposure to turbulence, icing, and thunderstorms for better fatigue and wear forecasting
- Support condition-based maintenance planning and optimize inspection intervals
I’m an insurer
Quantify and price risk with confidence
- Validate aircraft usage for claims and underwriting
- Analyze historical exposure to hazardous conditions like volcanic ash, tropical cyclones, and mountain waves
- Detect high-risk usage patterns across fleets or specific aircraft
- Strengthen loss models with time-based, location-specific flight risk data
I’m a lessor
Protect asset value with exposure-based intelligence
- Assess environmental stress and operational patterns for lease portfolio aircraft
- Benchmark usage against lease terms to identify overuse or deviations
- Gain visibility into exposure risks that may affect residual value or future airworthiness
- Inform redelivery condition checks with historical exposure and utilization data
I’m OEM
Enhance support and product strategy with real-world data
- Analyze how aircraft operate across diverse environments and mission types
- Identify exposure-driven maintenance trends to inform part durability and design improvements
- Monitor fleet-wide usage to optimize aftermarket support and spares planning
- Validate performance and safety assumptions using true operating condition metrics
