Obtaining Weather Information Flashcards
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Q
What are other sources of weather information?
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Telephone information briefing service (TIBS)
The direct user access terminal system (DUATS)
In Alaska, Transcribe weather broadcast (TWEB)
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Q
What is the primary means of obtaining weather briefing?
A
A briefer at the AFSS/FSS.
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Q
What pertinent information should a weather briefing include?
A
Synopsis Current conditions Adverse conditions Recommended VFR Enroute forecast Destination forecast
Winds aloft ATC Delays NOTAMs Airspace procedures Special aviation oriented procedures
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Q
What is EFAS?
A
Enroute flight advisory service.
Provide weather advisories pertinent to type of flight intended, route of flight, and altitude
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Q
What is HIWAS?
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Hazardous in-flight weather advisory service.
Continuous broadcast might weather advisories.
