GENEVA, Dec. 12 (Xinhua) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) on Wednesday launched its Turbulence Aware data resource, which improves airlines' ability to plan routes tactically in flight and avoid turbulence, which is a significant cause of in-flight injuries.

Turbulence Aware enhances an airline's ability to forecast and avoid turbulence by pooling and sharing, in real time, turbulence data generated by participating airlines, IATA said in a statement released here.

Airlines rely upon pilot reports and weather advisories to allay the impact of turbulence on their operations.

Turbulence is the leading cause of injuries to passengers and crew in non-fatal accidents, according to the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration.

"Turbulence Aware is a great example of the potential for digital transformation in the airline industry," said Alexandre de Juniac, IATA's director general and CEO.

"The airline industry has always cooperated on safety -- its number one priority."

The first operational version of the platform will be developed by the end of 2018, said IATA.

Operational trials will run throughout 2019, with ongoing feedback collection from participating airlines. The final product will be launched in early 2020.

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