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Improving carbon emission estimates with space-based ADS-B data and upper wind component integration

June 20, 2023

It’s been over a hundred years since the first powered airplane soared in the skies in December 1903, revolutionizing the way humanity travels.

view from airplane window on the wing on sunset time

Airbus NEO vs Boeing MAX race: New generation single-aisle commercial airline operations

May 19, 2023

The new generation of single-aisle commercial aircraft is a testament to the advances in technology and innovation within the aviation industry, representing a significant leap forward in efficiency, safety, and passenger experience.

From grounded to takeoff: In-depth analysis of air traffic recovery after Covid-19 by regions (2020-2023)

May 2, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on air traffic density worldwide, as travel restrictions and border closures have led to a sharp decline in the number of flights.

Airline cost savings with space-based flight data: Skailark’s innovative cost platform for airlines

March 16, 2023

The use of space-based data has transformed the way businesses operate across different industries by providing them with valuable insights to make informed decisions.

Member of ground crew parks passenger airliner on airport apron in blizzard

How winter storms disrupt air cargo operations

March 3, 2023

Ever since the world’s very first airport (College Park Airport in the USA) unveiled its runaway back in 1909, operational managers understood the critical role that weather played in its functional performance.

global supply chain cargo containers in port

Leveraging the power of satellite data to mitigate the global supply chain crisis

April 20, 2022

This article is the first in a series covering the worldwide supply chain disruptions and how Spire’s global solutions are helping alleviate these pain points across diverse industries including maritime, aviation and weather.

Leveraging data to tackle the challenges of the air cargo boom

March 8, 2022

Demand for air cargo has grown rapidly over the last two years, and this surge has created a number of challenges.

Airplane flying over mountains in fog at sunset in summer

Geospatial intelligence goes global with air traffic data

December 22, 2021

Flight tracking data is a valuable resource that helps reveal insights about the global movement of people and cargo.

Spire Aviation welcomes Philip Plantholt

October 1, 2021

With a lifelong passion for aviation and space, Plantholt has a vision of the future. He brings expertise built at some of the world’s leading aviation organizations and a lifelong passion for the space industry.

Get information and insights more quickly through Spire’s knowledge base

July 16, 2021

At Spire, we want to make sure you have easy access to information that helps you work more effectively. That’s why we’ve set up this knowledge base, making our most important documentation more accessible for customers.

Passenger airplane flying above the tropical palm trees. Bottom view of the aircraft.

Reimagining disruption & tapping into opportunities using air traffic data

May 28, 2021

Whatever industry you work in, the events since the pandemic have disrupted every data model and business operation as we knew it.

The aviation industry capitalizes on data

September 29, 2020

How three innovative tech start-ups use global flight tracking data to navigate market uncertainties and enhance solution capabilities.

Impact on carbon emissions due to air traffic

Carbon emissions from air traffic plunges during pandemic. How big is the impact?

July 23, 2020

Estimates using air traffic data, shows an astonishing drop in carbon emissions! Even more than the entire passenger car emissions of France, Germany or UK.

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