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Weather: AIRMETS Flashcards

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Q

Who are Airmets hazardous to?

A

General Aviation (GA)

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When are Airmets posted? How often?

A

Issued every 6 hours starting at 0245 UTC

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What is a Sierra AIRMET?

A

Mountain Obscuration/Ceiling < 1000
and/or
visibility <3miles (over 50% of area)

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What is a Tango AIRMET?

A

Moderate/sustained turbulence on surface 30+ kts

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What is a Zulu AIRMET?

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Moderate icing, freezing levels

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