AIRMET SIMET Flashcards
1
Q
How frequently are AIRMET’s updated?
A
Six hours.
2
Q
Which source would best help the pilot determine current and forecast icing conditions?
A
G-AIRMET.
3
Q
SIGMETs are issued as a warning of weather conditions potentially hazardous
A
to all aircraft regardless of size or operating environment
4
Q
Which meteorological condition is issued in the form of a SIGMET (WS)?
A
Widespread sand or dust storms lowering visibility to less than 3 miles
5
Q
What weather report is used to report weather conditions that include dust storms and severe turbulence?
A
Significant meteorological information (SIGMET)
