Interpret Weather Forecasts Flashcards
1
Q
How are METAR and SPECI generated?
A
- AWS
- via a human observer
2
Q
How often are TAFs issued? And when do they commence?
A
Every 6 hours
- 00,06,12,18 UTC
3
Q
What altitude do GAFs provide weather info to?
A
10,000 ft AMSL
4
Q
When are METARs issued?
A
- Fixed times (hourly or half hourly)
5
Q
When are SPECIs issued?
A
Weather reports that are issued whenever the actual conditions fluctuate about or are below specified criteria given at GPA GEN 3.5 Part 4.3
