Smart aviation NOTAMs: Cut through the noise and streamline flight operations

Key takeaways:  

• The Weather Company’s smart aviation NOTAMs use AI to summarize and group aviation NOTAMs for faster understanding from preflight to landing.  

• The Weather Company is the first and only aviation weather provider to offer smart NOTAMs.
• Pilots and dispatchers gain more clarity and lose less time navigating irrelevant types of NOTAMs.  

• Grouped and prioritized NOTAMs support safer, more confident flight planning across teams. 

For aviation professionals, every minute counts. Yet, the essential task of reviewing Notices to Air Missions (aviation NOTAMs) often becomes a time sink, burying critical updates under a mountain of less relevant and outdated information. This isn’t just inefficient; it’s a significant operational drag that can compromise both flight safety and precious planning time. The Weather Company understands this challenge, which is why we’ve developed smart aviation NOTAMs – a first-of-its-kind feature designed to streamline workflows and cut through the noise.

The hidden cost of NOTAM overload

Aviation NOTAMs are vital, but their sheer volume can be overwhelming. Many have little to no impact on a specific flight plan, yet every single one must be reviewed.

Imagine a busy dispatcher juggling multiple flights, sifting through hundreds of aviation NOTAMs in a single shift. Or picture a pilot already juggling pre-flight checks, weather briefings, and crew coordination. A medium-range flight can generate 30 pages of NOTAMs with 15 notices per page – just three seconds per notice adds up to over 20 minutes. For long-haul flights, briefing packages can exceed 200 pages, consuming even more time.¹ It’s a desperate search to avoid missing a critical detail like a runway closure or a temporary flight restriction. This isn’t just about lost time; it’s about increased cognitive load and the inherent risk of overlooking crucial information during the flight planning process.

Long-haul flights can be impacted by hundreds of aviation NOTAMs

Instantly prioritize critical flight information

Smart NOTAMs from The Weather Company aviation solutions, formerly WSI, help address this significant pain point. Instead of presenting a static list, smart NOTAMs leverage advanced AI and machine learning to detect patterns, summarize meaning, and intelligently highlight priority items. This means the system doesn’t just filter; it understands context.

Notices are automatically grouped by relevance – such as airports, airspace, equipment, and navigational aids – and presented in plain language. This intuitive approach allows someone to quickly scan for important items first, without losing sight of the bigger picture. Understanding the various types of NOTAMs is crucial, and smart NOTAMs bring that context forward automatically.

Available now in Maverick^TM Dispatch, smart NOTAMs are being evaluated for future implementation on both Pilotbrief^® iPad and Web – key tools for pilots in the cockpit and on the go. By integrating smart NOTAMs into both platforms, The Weather Company is building a truly connected experience so that dispatchers and pilots are on the same page with critical information, from initial planning to final approach.

Smart NOTAM flight planning

Designed to match the pace of aviation

Smart NOTAMs were developed with direct feedback from dispatchers and pilots who wanted faster, more relevant insights into aviation NOTAMs. This tool seamlessly fits into existing workflows, delivering better results without requiring new training or creating additional complexity. This innovation is a testament to The Weather Company’s commitment to advancing aviation safety and efficiency through AI. We are proud to be the first and only aviation weather provider to offer this cutting-edge advancement.

With smart NOTAMs, pilots no longer need to scroll through every message to determine which applies, but they still can if needed. Dispatchers don’t have to guess which types of aviation NOTAMs are high risk. The platform prioritizes what matters and presents it in an easy-to-act-on format, while still allowing full access to the original notices.

Dispatchers retain full access to the original notices with Qcode search helping to quickly find NOTAMs of interest

Supporting safer, more informed decisions

Flight planning thrives on accuracy, clarity, and speed. Smart NOTAMs support all three by helping teams focus their time where it matters most. Precious minutes can now be redirected to vital tasks such as reviewing fuel options, rerouting around weather, and coordinating with ground services.

By significantly reducing the mental load of sifting through technical text, smart NOTAMs also help prevent cognitive fatigue. Pilots can focus on core responsibilities instead of decoding each aviation NOTAM line by line. Similarly, dispatchers can manage more flights without compromising on critical details.

In real-world terms, this means teams are better prepared for events like runway closures, lighting outages, or airspace restrictions. Delays and diversions become less likely when everyone has clear insight into what’s ahead.

See the difference for yourself

The Weather Company helps dispatchers and flight crews make faster, smarter choices by significantly reducing the friction in NOTAM reviews. Smart NOTAMs were built to solve a simple but critical challenge: help aviation professionals focus on what matters.

Ready to transform your preflight process and enhance safety? Request a demo today to discover how faster, clearer aviation NOTAM reviews can help improve flight safety and save valuable time.