The most recent eruption of Eyjafjallajökull last April 14, 2010 grounded planes all over Northern Europe as the eruption shot ash plumes posing risks to air travel. The eruption caused the longest closure of airspace to civil aviation traffic since the 9/11 attacks in the United States in which the airspace was closed for three days. The ashes significantly reduced visibility over the affected area. Sharp edges on the particles of the ashes could also sandblast windscreens of aircrafts. The ashes may also enter the turbine of jet engine causing engines to stop similar to what happened to British Airways Flight 9 last 1982. The European states issued flight advisories or NOTAM (Notice to All Airmen). The length of suspension of airspaces varied from different locations. As of press time, the longest suspension imposed was that of Paris airports which will last until April 19, 2010 13:00 UTC. The eruption has also caused the funeral of the Polish president and entourage to be postponed to allow dignitaries from other countries to attend the final ceremonies. Iceland’s Eyjafjallajökull Eruption: Updates, Advisories, News is a post from: Daily World Buzz
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Iceland’s Eyjafjallajökull Eruption: Updates, Advisories, News
