SIGMETs Flashcards by m Pelissero | Brainscape

Q

what is the two letter abbreviation for SIGMETS

A

WS

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what is a SIGMET

A

a non-scheduled inflight advisory with a maximum forecast period of 4 hours

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a SIGMET is issued when the following is expected to occur

A

severe icing not associated with thunderstorms
severe or extreme turbulence or Clear Air Turbulence (CAT) not associated with thunderstorms
dust storms, sandstorms lowering surface visibility BELOW 3 SM

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