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In the METAR 'KDEN 121853Z 18008KT 10SM FEW045 22/08 A2992', what does '18008KT' describe?
- A.Wind from 080 degrees true at 18 knots
- B.Wind from 180 degrees true at 8 knots
- C.Wind gusts reaching 180 knots at 8 locations
Correct answer
B. Wind from 180 degrees true at 8 knots
Why
The wind group gives direction in degrees true followed by speed in knots. Here 180 is the direction and 08 is the speed, reported as 18008KT.
Source: FAA-G-8082-22 Ch. 3 · ACS knowledge area: Aviation Weather Sources and Effects · From the Aviation Weather practice bank (WEA-001).