Michael Brügger

Mike acts as a co-project manager and scrum product owner in the continuous development of the airport operations plan (AOP) at Zurich Airport. He is the focal point for weather-related topics at the airport and coordinates all SESAR-related activities within flight operations. Mike holds an executive MBA in innovation in addition to his bachelor's degree in aviation operations management.

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Enhancing operational resilience: ML model for runway capacity forecasting

Zurich Airport experiences significant disruptions due to meteorological phenomena like the Bise wind, which notably reduces runway capacity, leading to frequent flight delays and operational challenges for airlines. In response, a machine learning (ML) model to forecast runway capacity shortages has been developed. This model analyzes meteorological data to provide critical insights for runway concepts, thus enhancing the decision-making process. By improving operational resilience through forecasts, the model aids aviation stakeholders in navigating the increasing frequency of adverse weather conditions, ultimately aiming to minimize disruptions and enhance overall flight efficiency at Zurich Airport.

The audience will learn:

• Weather impact: understanding how meteorological phenomena like the Bise wind significantly affect runway capacity and flight operations
• Machine learning applications: utilizing ML models to analyze weather data can enhance predictive capabilities for operational challenges in aviation
• Decision-making enhancement: critical probability insights from ML models improve operational resilience in response to adverse weather conditions