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AIRMETs

What hazard is covered by AIRMET Tango?

  • A.Widespread fog with visibility below one mile
  • B.Turbulence, including moderate turbulence and strong surface winds
  • C.Moderate icing in clouds and precipitation
Correct answer

B. Turbulence, including moderate turbulence and strong surface winds

Why

AIRMET Tango warns of turbulence and related strong low-level flow that can make a light aircraft difficult to control. Small unmanned aircraft are especially sensitive to gusty, turbulent air near the ground.

Source: FAA-G-8082-22 Ch. 3 · ACS knowledge area: Aviation Weather Sources and Effects · From the Aviation Weather practice bank (WEA-030).

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