Radar Flashcards
1
Q
In the WX/T (turbulence) mode, a turbulence display is available on displays of ____ nm or less.
A
40
2
Q
The weather radar GAIN Control sets gain in the ____ modes.
A
MAP, WX and WX/T
3
Q
The weather radar system is capable of detecting and issuing windshear events (predictive windshear) ____. Select the most correct answer.
A
- below 1200 feet AGL
- within 3 NM of the aircraft
- before the aircraft enters the area of windshear
4
Q
The strongest weather radar reflectivity echoes are produced by ____.
A
wet hail
5
Q
The yellow level of precipitation indicates ____.
A
medium reflectivity/moderate rainfall
6
Q
Magenta color radar returns indicate ____.
A
turbulence
7
Q
Predictive windshear warnings come from ______________.
A
weather radar
