This presentation highlights the use of coherent Doppler LiDAR for operational monitoring of aviation wind hazards, including low-level wind shear and aircraft wake vortices. Field demonstrations at major international airports in China, Hong Kong, and South Korea show that LiDAR can provide high-resolution wind observations and early hazard detection under diverse conditions. Results from Beijing Capital International Airport demonstrate strong agreement with sonic anemometers and pilot reports, highlighting LiDAR’s potential to enhance aviation safety, support wake-vortex monitoring, and improve airport operational efficiency.

Learning outcomes:

1)      Understand how coherent Doppler LiDAR can provide high-resolution, real-time observations of aviation wind hazards, including low-level wind shear and aircraft wake vortices.

2)      Learn from operational demonstrations at major international airports across diverse terrain and meteorological conditions.

3)      Recognize how LiDAR observations can complement conventional measurements and support early warning, aviation weather services, and enhanced flight safety.

4)      Explore the potential of LiDAR-based wind hazard monitoring networks to support future aviation applications, including wake-vortex monitoring and more efficient airport operations.