The Atlantic Basin has been very active with tropical cyclones over the past few years. Warm sea-surface temperatures, light vertical wind shear, and an active African monsoon have led to an increase in tropical cyclone development. In 2020, strong La Niña conditions in the Pacific Ocean combined with the aforementioned atmospheric conditions led to a record-breaking season. La Niña conditions tend to favor tropical cyclone development while El Niño conditions hinder development in the Atlantic. The Climate Prediction Center expects a transition from a weak La Niña to a neutral period for the start of the 2021 hurricane season, which will still favor tropical cyclone development.
Regardless of how many storms form this year, it only takes one storm to cause disruptions and alter your plans. It is almost certain that the Gulf of Mexico, AR routes, and the WATRS region will all be directly affected by tropical cyclones this year. Whether your trip takes you to Florida, the Caribbean, or Asia, we have a team of flight coordinators ready to assist you.