Flying Free - Data Analysis with Python for Aeronautical Planning

Explore how Python can revolutionize aeronautical flight planning in this 30-minute conference talk from EuroPython 2025. Discover the complex world of flight dispatching, where professionals must analyze countless variables including weather conditions, aircraft weight, fuel requirements, passenger loads, and cargo before each takeoff. Learn about the critical challenges flight dispatchers face, particularly last-minute passenger count changes that can dramatically impact flight planning and potentially leave passengers stranded if miscalculated. Examine current manual processes used in the aviation industry and understand how data analysis technologies can significantly improve efficiency and accuracy in flight operations. See a practical Python-based solution proposal that processes historical flight data from recent months to predict passenger numbers based on specific flight parameters like date, time, and destination. Gain insights into daily flight operations and understand how modern data science techniques can transform this fascinating and growing sector of the aviation industry.