RPC Aviation Weather Services 2

Question 1

A METAR observation includes the remark 'TS ALQDS.' What does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

Thunderstorms in all quadrants around the station

Answer

'TS ALQDS' in a METAR remark means thunderstorms are reported in all quadrants surrounding the reporting station.

Question 2

Which aviation weather product provides forecasts for specific airport terminal areas and is valid for 24 to 30 hours?

Accepted Answer

TAF

Answer

A Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) provides weather forecasts for a 5 statute mile radius around an airport and is valid for 24 to 30 hours.

Question 3

When decoding a winds aloft forecast, the entry '9900' for wind direction and speed means:

Accepted Answer

Winds are calm or less than 5 knots

Answer

'9900' in a winds aloft forecast is a special code indicating light and variable winds (calm or less than 5 knots).

Question 4

A SIGMET (WS) is issued for which of the following conditions?

Accepted Answer

Severe or extreme turbulence at any altitude

Answer

SIGMETs are issued for hazardous meteorological conditions significant to all aircraft, including severe or extreme turbulence, regardless of altitude.

Question 5

On a surface analysis chart, isobars spaced closely together indicate:

Accepted Answer

Strong pressure gradient and stronger winds

Answer

Closely spaced isobars represent a steep pressure gradient, which produces stronger winds between the high and low pressure areas.

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RPC Aviation Weather Services 2