Our Aviation Services
The Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services (DCCMS) of Malawi plays a pivotal role in aviation safety by providing critical and timely weather information. Recognizing that weather can be one of the most significant hazards to aviation, the DCCMS ensures the industry is well-informed to safeguard lives and enhance operational efficiency. Their services, which adhere to the international standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), include meteorological monitoring for the region, detailed reports to Air Traffic Control, comprehensive weather summaries for search and rescue operations, and specific forecasts for terminals and flight paths. Additionally, the DCCMS conducts briefings for pilots, offers prognostic weather charts, and disseminates significant meteorological information, all essential for navigating the skies safely and efficiently.
Our Services
What We Do
Meteorological Watch
Monitoring weather conditions over Malawi's aviation region
Air Traffic Control Weather Reports
Providing current weather details to Air Traffic Control
Rescue Operation Summaries
Offering weather summaries for search and rescue missions
Terminal Forecasts
Delivering weather forecasts for specific aerodromes and flight paths
Pilot Briefings
Informing pilots about expected weather at various checkpoints
Weather Charts
Supplying prognostic charts for weather prediction
SIGMETs
Issuing significant meteorological information for Kamuzu International Airport
Global Synops
Distributing weather synopses worldwide via AFTN and GTS from Kamuzu International Airport
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