WindCube Scan for Aviation Provides full, 3D wind awareness at long range — giving decision-makers in aviation the data they need for safety and efficiency. Know the wind in 360° Know the wind in 360° WindCube Scan combines powerful data and reporting with cost efficiency and ease of use. This 360° scanning lidar is quick to deploy, based on proven lidar technology, and suitable for almost any airport or geography. It provides customers around the globe with crucial detection of windshear, 3D wind contextual information, and wind inversion detection.WindCube Scan units are compact, unattended, rugged devices suitable for any geography. Accurate and reliable over long service lives, they require very little site preparation and almost no human intervention after deployment. They are also simple and quick to repurpose if needs change. DOWNLOAD BROCHURE Enhanced safety Enhanced safety WindCube’s high resolution windshear detection capability helps lower weather-related risks by giving air traffic controllers, pilots, meteorological observers, and forecasters real-time data to understand the current wind conditions and make better operational decisions. DOWNLOAD BROCHURE Cost efficiency & ease of use Cost efficiency & ease of use WindCube‘s affordable cost, combined with simple deployment and onsite services, make it an attractive solution for airport stakeholders. Data can be easily integrated and displayed in a weather observation system (AWOS). DOWNLOAD BROCHURE More than windshear More than windshear WindCube also enables increased understanding of the wind and turbulence conditions around the airport, improving wind situational awareness. More than 1,000 WindCube units have been installed worldwide for a variety of applications, including providing wake turbulence data to increase airport capacity. DOWNLOAD BROCHURE A sustainable partner A sustainable partner Vaisala is home to many of the industry’s brightest scientists, creators, and innovators. For decades, our products, including WindCube Scan, have provided exceptionally long service lives, reduced consumption and waste, and helped airports and meteorological agencies increase safety and preparedness amid climate change. They reflect Vaisala’s philosophy of creating sustainable solutions, businesses, and communities. LEARN MORE The Increasing Challenge of Windshear Windshear is more critical to manage now than ever. Learn how the right kind of situational awareness can help ensure safety and smoother airport operations. Download eBook Resources PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT WindCube lidars for aviation safety Learn how to use WindCube Scan lidar technology to mitigate wind hazards. DOWNLOAD PDF VIDEO AviMet Windshear Alert System Learn how Vaisala provides scalable, end-to-end windshear detection. WATCH VIDEO BROCHURE AviMet Windshear Alert System Learn how to increase situational awareness and decrease risk. DOWNLOAD PDF INFOGRAPHIC Windshear: An invisible threat at any airport Understand the three realities of windshear avoidance and how to build the right solution. DOWNLOAD PDF WEBINAR Windshear: An invisible threat at any airport Enhance your knowledge of windshear and how to decrease its risk at your airport. ACCESS WEBINAR Industry Applications WindCube Scan General Information Discover why WindCube Scan is the wind lidar of choice for onshore and offshore wind measurement and full, 3D spatial awareness. LEARN MORE Maritime Applications WindCube Scan is taking maritime into a new era of informed, highly efficient operations. LEARN MORE Meteorology Applications Meteorology proves how a multi-use, valuable tool like WindCube Scan can serve science, improve agency performance, and protect lives. LEARN MORE Wind Energy Applications Renewables are what made WindCube Scan known across the world — and the innovating continues. LEARN MORE Urban & Industrial Systems Applications No other scanning lidar is as trusted for emerging and established urban and industrial projects. LEARN MORE Contact Us Ready to see how Vaisala’s sensing technology can be put to work for you? We’re here to help! We’re ready to discuss your project needs and help you build an ideal wind lidar solution or integration. Contact Us Success Stories Vaisala Improves Aviation Safety at Palermo Airport SUCCESS STORY: Consistently impacted by severe geography-related windshear phenomena, this Italian airport turned to Vaisala to help aircraft navigate the complex terrain safely. Learn more