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Volcanic Ash Advisory Centers (VAAC)

In an effort to keep the aviation community informed of volcanic hazards, nine VAAC are tasked by the International Civil Aviation Organization with monitoring the movement of volcanic ash within their assigned airspace.

World map showing Volcanic Ash Advisory Center regions
Tokyo VAAC Anchorage VAAC Wellington VAAC Wellington VAAC Buenos Aires VAAC Washington VAAC Darwin VAAC Toulouse VAAC London VAAC Anchorage VAAC Montreal VAAC Washington VAAC

Volcanic Ash Advisory Centers by Region

Americas

Europe & Africa

Asia & Oceania