METEOROLOGIA CAP. 7

(Refer to figure 12 on page 7-4.) Which of the reporting stations have VFR weather?. A-All. B-KINK, KBOI, and KJFK. C- KINK, KBOI, and KLAX.

For aviation purposes, ceiling is defined as the height above the Earth's surface of the. A-lowest reported obscuration and the highest layer of clouds reported as overcast. B- lowest broken or overcast layer or vertical visibility into an obscuration. C- lowest layer of clouds reported as scattered, broken, or thin.

(Refer to figure 12 on page 7-4.) The wind direction and velocity at KJFK is from. A- 180° true at 4 knots. B- 180° magnetic at 4 knots. C-040° true at I 8 knots.

(Refer to figure 12 on page 7-4.) What are the wind conditions at Wink, Texas (KINK)?. A-Calm. B-110° at 12 knots, peak gusts 18 knots. C- 111 ° at 2 knots, peak gusts 18 knots.

(Refer to figure 12 on page 7-4.) The remarks section for KMDW has RAB35 listed. This entry means. A-blowing mist has reduced the visibility to 1-1/2 SM. B-rain began at 1835Z. C- the barometer has risen .35 inches Hg.

(Refer to figure 12 on page 7-4.) What are the current conditions depicted for Chicago Midway Airport (KMDW)?. A- Sky 700 feet overcast, visibility l - l/2SM, rain. B- Sky 7000 feet overcast, visibility l-1/2SM, heavy ram. C- Sky 700 feet overcast, visibility 11, occasionally 2SM, with rain.

(Refer to figure 14 on page 7 -5.) The base and tops of the overcast layer reported by a pilot are. A- 1,800 feet MSL and 5,500 feet MSL. B- 5,500 feet AGL and 7,200 feet MSL. C- 7,200 feet MSL and 8,900 feet MSL.

(Ref er to figure 14 on page 7 -5.) The wind and temperature at 12,000 feet MSL as reported by a pilot are. A-080° at 21 knots and -7°C. B-090° at 21 MPH and -9°F. C- 090° at 21 knots and -9°C.

(Refer to figure 14 on page 7 -5.) If the terrain elevation is 1,295 feet MSL, what is the height above ground level of the base of the ceiling?. A-505 feet AGL. B- 1,295 feet AGL. C- 6,586 feet AGL.

(Refer to figure 14 on page 7-5.) The intensity of the turbulence reported at a specific altitude is. A-moderate from 5,500 feet to 7,200 feet. B- moderate at 5,500 feet and at 7,200 feet. C- light from 5,500 feet to 7,200 feet.

(Refer to figure 14 on page 7-5.) The intensity and type of icing reported by a pilot is. A-light to moderate rime. B- light to moderate. C- light to moderate clear.

From which primary source should information be obtained regarding expected weather at the estimated time of arrival if your destination has no Terminal Forecast?. A- Low-Level Prognostic Chart. B- Weather Depiction Chart. C-- Area Forecast.

(Refer to figure 15 on page 7-7.) What is the valid period for the T AF for KMEM?. A-1200Z to 1200Z. B- l 200Z to 1800Z. C- l 800Z to l 800Z.

(Refer to figure 15 on page 7 -7.) In the TAF for KMEM, what does "SHRA" stand for?. A-Rain showers. B-A shift in wind direction is expected. C-A significant change in precipitation is possible.

(Ref er to figure 15 on page 7 -7.) Between 1000Z and 1200Z the visibility at KMEM is forecast to be?. 1/2 statute mile. 3 statute mile. 6 statute mile.

(Refer to figure 15 on page 7 -7.) What is the forecast wind for KMEM from 1600Z until the end of the forecast?. A-Variable in direction at 6 knots. B-No significant wind. C- Variable in direction at 4 knots.

(Ref er to figure 15 on page 7 -7.) In the TAF from KOKC, the "FM (FROM) Group" is forecast for the hours from 1600Z to 2200Z with the wind from. A-180° at 10 knots, becoming 200° at 13 knots. B- 160° at 10 knots. C- 180° at IO knots.

(Ref er to figure 15 on page 7 -7.) In the TAF from KOKC, the clear sky becomes. A-overcast at 2,000 feet during the forecast period between 2200Z and 2400Z. B- overcast at 200 feet with a 40% probability of becoming overcast at 600 feet during the forecast period between 2200Z and 2400Z. C- overcast at 200 feet with the probability of becoming overcast at 400 feet during the forecast period between 2200Z and 2400Z.

(Ref er to figure 15 on page 7 -7.) During the time period from 0600Z to 0800Z, what visibility is forecast for KOKC?. A-Greater than 6 statute miles. B- Not forecasted. C- Possibly 6 statute miles.

(Refer to figure 15 on page I 7.) The only cloud type forecast in TAF reports is. A~ Nimbostratus. B- -Cumulonimbus. C- Scattered cumulus.

To best determine general forecast weather conditions over several states, the pilot should refer to. A-Satellite Maps. B-Aviation Area Forecasts. C- Weather Depiction Charts.

(Refer to figure 16 on page 7 -10.) What is the outlook for the southern half of Indiana after 0700Z?. A-VFR. B-Scattered clouds at 3,000 feet AGL. C- Scattered clouds at 10,000 feet.

To determine the freezing level and areas of probable icing aloft, the pilot should refer to the. A-Inflight Aviation Weather Advisories. B-Area Forecast. C-Weather Depiction Chart.

The section of the Area Forecast entitled "VFR CLDS/WX" contains a general description of. A-forecast sky cover, cloud tops, visibility, and obstructions to vision along specific routes. B-cloudiness and weather significant to flight operations broken down by states or other geographical areas. C-clouds and weather which cover an area greater than 3,000 square miles and is significant to VFR flight operations.

(Refer to figure 16 on page 7 -10.) What sky condition and visibility are forecast for upper Michigan in the eastern portions after 2300Z?. A-Ceiling 100 feet overcast and 3 to 5 statute miles visibility. B-Ceiling 1,000 feet overcast and 3 to 5 nautical miles visibility. C-Ceiling 1,000 feet overcast and 3 to 5 statute miles visibility.

(Ref er to figure 16 on page 7 -10.) The Chicago FA forecast section is valid until the twenty-fifth at. A 1945Z. B-0800Z. C-1400Z.

(Refer to figure 16 on page 7 -10.) What sky condition and type obstructions to vision are forecast for upper Michigan in the western portions from 0200Z until 0500Z?. A-Ceiling becoming 1,000 feet overcast with visibility 3 to 5 statute miles in mist. B- Ceiling becoming 100 feet overcast with visibility 3 to 5 statue miles in mist. C- Ceiling becoming 1,000 feet overcast with visibility 3 to 5 nautical miles in mist.

What is indicated when a current CONVECTIVE SIGMET forecasts thunderstorms?. A-Moderate thunderstorms covering 30 percent of the area. B- Moderate or severe turbulence. C-Thunderstorms obscured by massive cloud layers.

What information is contained in a CONVECTIVE SIGMET?. A-Tornadoes, embedded thunderstorms, and hail 3/4 inch or greater in diameter. B- Severe icing, severe turbulence, or widespread dust storms lowering visibility to less than 3 miles. C- Surface winds greater than 40 knots or thunderstorms equal to or greater than video integrator processor (VIP) level 4.

SIGMET's are issued as a warning of weather conditions hazardous to which aircraft?. A-Small aircraft only. B-Large aircraft only. C- All aircraft.

Which in-flight advisory would contain information on severe icing not associated with thunderstorms?. A-Convective SIGMET. B-SIGMET. C-AIRMET.

AIRMET's are advisories of significant weather phenomena but of lower intensities than Sigmets and are intended for dissemination to. A-only IFR pilots. B- all pilots. C-only VFR pilots.

(Refer to figure 17 on page 7-13.) What wind is forecast for STL at 9,000 feet?. A-230° true at 32 knots. B- 230° magnetic at 25 knots. C- 230° true at 25 knots.

What values are used for Winds Aloft Forecasts?. A-Magnetic direction and knots. B- Magnetic direction and miles per hour. C-True direction and knots.

When the term "light and variable" is used in reference to a Winds Aloft Forecast, the coded group and windspeed is. A-0000 and less than 7 knots. B-9900 and less than 5 knots. C-9999 and less than 10 knots.

(Refer to figure 18 on page 7 -1 7.) What is the status of the front that extends from Nebraska through the upper peninsula of Michigan?. A-Cold. B-Warm. C- Stationary.

(Ref er to figure 18 on page 7 -17.) The IFR weather in northern Texas is due to. A-low ceilings. B-dust devils. C-intermittent rain.

(Refer to figure 18 on page 7 -17.) Of what value is the Weather Depiction Chart to the pilot?. A-For determining general weather conditions on which to base flight planning. B-For a forecast of cloud coverage, visibilities, and frontal activity. C-For determining frontal trends and air mass characteristics.

(Refer to figure 18 on page 7-17.) The marginal weather in central Kentucky is due to low. A-visibility. B-ceiling and visibility. C-ceiling.

(Refer to figure 18 on page 7-17 .) What weather phenomenon is causing IFR conditions in central Oklahoma?. A-Low visibility only. B-Heavy rain Showers. C-Low Ceilings and visibility.

(Refer to figure 18 on page 7 -1 7.) According to the Weather Depiction Chart, the weather for a flight from southern Michigan to north Indiana is ceilings. A-1,000 to 3,000 feet and/or visibility 3 to 5 miles. B- less than 1,000 feet and/or visibility less than 3 miles. C- greater than 3, 000 feet and visibility greater than 5 miles.

Radar weather reports are of special interest to pilots because they indicate. A-location of precipitation along with type, intensity, and cell movement of precipitation. B-location of precipitation along with type, intensity, and trend. C- large areas of low ceilings and fog.

What information is provided by the Radar Summary Chart that is not shown on other weather charts?. A-Lines and cells of hazardous thunderstorms. B- Ceilings and precipitation between reporting stations. C- Types of clouds between reporting stations.

(Refer to figure 19 on page 7-20.) (Area B) What is the top for precipitation of the radar return?. A-24,000 feet AGL. B- 2,400 feet MSL. C- 24,000 feet MSL.

(Refer to figure 19 on page 7 -20.) (Area D) What is the direction and speed of movement of the cell?. A-North at 17 knots. B- South at 17 knots. C-North at 17 MPH.

(Refer to figure 19 on page 7-20.) (Area E) The top of the precipitation of the cell is. A-16,000 feet MSL. B-25,000 feet MSL. C- 16,000 feet AGL.

What does the heavy dashed line that forms a large rectangular box on a radar summary chart refer to?. A-Severe weather watch area. B-Areas of hail 1/4 inch in diameter. C- Areas of heavy rain.

(Refer to figure 20 on page 7-22.) How are Significant Weather Prognostic Charts best used by a pilot?. A-For overall planning at all altitudes. B-For determining areas to avoid (freezing levels and turbulence). C- For analyzing current frontal activity and cloud coverage.

(Refer to figure 20 on page 7-22.) Interpret the weather symbol depicted in Utah on the 12-hour Significant Weather Prognostic Chart. A-Moderate turbulence, surface to 18,000 feet. B-Base of clear air turbulence, 18,000 feet. C-Thunderstorm tops at 18,000 feet.

(Refer to figure 20 on page 7-22.) What weather is forecast for the Florida area just ahead of the stationary front during the first 12 hours?. A-Ceiling 1,000 to 3,000 feet and/or visibility 3 to 5 miles with intermittent precipitation. B-Ceiling 1,000 to 3,000 feet and/or visibility 3 to 5 miles with continuous precipitation. C-Ceiling less than 1,000 feet and/or visibility less than 3 miles with continuous precipitation.

(Refer to figure 20 on page 7-22.) The enclosed shaded area associated with the low pressure system over northern Utah is forecast to have. A-continuous snow. B- intermittent snow. C-continuous snow showers.

(Refer to figure 20 on page 7-22.) At what altitude is the freezing level over the middle of Florida on the 12-hour Significant Weather Prognostic Chart?. A-4,000 feet. B- 12,000 feet. C- 8,000 feet.

Transcribed Weather Broadcasts (TWEBs) may be monitored by tuning the appropriate radio receiver to certain. A-airport advisory frequencies. B-VOR and NDB frequencies. C-ATIS frequencies.

When telephoning a weather briefing facility for preflight weather information, pilots should state. A-the aircraft identification or the pilot's name. B- true airspeed. C- fuel on board.

To get a complete weather briefing for the planned flight, the pilot should request. A- a general briefing. B- an abbreviated briefing. C- a standard briefing.

Which type weather briefing should a pilot request, when departing within the hour, if no preliminary weather information has been received?. A-Outlook briefing. B- Abbreviated briefing. C- Standard briefing.

Which type of weather briefing should a pilot request to supplement mass disseminated data?. A-An outlook briefing. B-A supplemental briefing. C-An abbreviated briefing.

To update a previous weather briefing, a pilot should request. A-an abbreviated briefing. B-a standard briefing. C-an outlook briefing.

A weather briefing that is provided when the information requested is 6 or more hours in advance of the proposed departure time is. A-an outlook briefing. B-a forecast briefing. C-a prognostic briefing.

When requesting weather information for the following morning, a pilot should request. A-an outlook briefing. B-a standard briefing. C-an abbreviated briefing.

To obtain a continuous transcribed weather briefing, including winds aloft and route forecasts for a cross-country flight, a pilot should monitor a. A-VHF radio receiver tuned to an Automatic Terminal Information Service (A TIS) frequency. B-Transcribed Weather Broadcast (TWEB) on an NDB or a VOR facility. C-regularly scheduled weather broadcast on a VOR frequency.

What should pilots state initially when telephoning a weather briefing facility for preflight weather information?. A-Tell the number of occupants on board. B-State their total flight time. C-Identify themselves as pilots.

When telephoning a weather briefing facility for preflight weather information, pilots should state. A-the full name and address of the formation commander. B-that they possess a current pilot certificate. C-whether they intend to fly VFR only.

How should contact be established with an En Route Flight Advisory Service (EFAS) station, and what service would be expected?. A-Call EFAS on 122.2 for routine weather, current reports on hazardous weather, and altimeter settings. B-Call flight assistance on 122.5 for advisory service pertaining to severe weather. C-Call Flight Watch on 122.0 for information regarding actual weather and thunderstorm activity along proposed route.

What service should a pilot normally expect from an En Route Flight Advisory Service (EFAS) station?. A-Actual weather information and thunderstorm activity along the route. B-Preferential routing and radar vectoring to circumnavigate severe weather. C-Severe weather information, changes to flight plans, and receipt of routine position reports.

Below FLI 80, en route weather advisories should be obtained from an FSS on. A-122.0 MHz. B-122.1 MHz. C- 123.6 MHz.