UK space weather probe captures biggest solar radiation spike in almost 20 years

Scientists Warn of Flight Risk After Sun’s Worst Radiation Spike in Years

The highest radiation levels in nearly two decades at altitudes used by commerical aviation—the result of a major solar storm—were detected by scientists last month. Storms any larger, the researchers warn, could disrupt aircraft electronic systems. Caused by a solar flare, the space storm…

UK probe detects highest level of solar radiation spike in 20 years

Findings can help improve aviation safety during solar storms, scientists say

UK space weather probe captures biggest solar radiation spike in almost 20 years

New balloon-mounted space radiation probes developed by the Surrey Space Center at the University of Surrey have captured their first measurements of a major solar storm, confirming the research team's model, which indicates the flare caused the highest levels of radiation at aviation altitude in almost two decades.