#1
Which instrument is commonly used to measure wind speed in aviation?
Anemometer
ExplanationAnemometer measures wind speed.
#2
What does the term 'METAR' stand for in aviation weather reports?
Meteorological Aerodrome Report
ExplanationMETAR stands for Meteorological Aerodrome Report.
#3
In aviation, what is the purpose of a TAF (Terminal Aerodrome Forecast)?
To forecast weather at an airport
ExplanationTAF forecasts weather at airports.
#4
What is the purpose of a PIREP (Pilot Weather Report) in aviation?
To report weather conditions encountered during a flight
ExplanationPIREP reports weather conditions during flights.
#5
What is the primary function of the NEXRAD (Next Generation Weather Radar) system in aviation?
Detecting and tracking precipitation
ExplanationNEXRAD detects and tracks precipitation.
#6
What is the significance of the altimeter setting in aviation weather reports?
It adjusts the altimeter for atmospheric pressure variations
ExplanationAltimeter setting adjusts for pressure variations.
#7
What is the significance of the 'dew point' in aviation weather?
It indicates humidity and potential for fog
ExplanationDew point indicates humidity and fog potential.
#8
Which atmospheric layer is most relevant to aviation and contains most of the Earth's weather?
Troposphere
ExplanationTroposphere is where most weather occurs.
#9
Which weather phenomenon is associated with the term 'microburst' in aviation?
Rapid downdrafts of air
ExplanationMicroburst refers to rapid downdrafts.
#10
In METAR reports, what does the term 'CB' stand for?
Cumulonimbus
ExplanationCB stands for Cumulonimbus.
#11
Which weather phenomenon is most closely associated with the term 'CAT' in aviation?
Clear Air Turbulence
ExplanationCAT refers to Clear Air Turbulence.