Weather Topics To Know
- METAR wind, visibility, ceiling, temperature, dew point, and altimeter elements.
- TAF timing, forecast changes, and temporary conditions.
- Stable vs unstable air, fronts, fog, inversions, thunderstorms, wind shear, and turbulence.
- Density altitude and how heat, elevation, pressure, and humidity affect performance.
Study Method
Decode weather strings from left to right, then name the operational risk. The best practice is not just translating abbreviations; it is deciding whether the conditions still support a safe flight.
Use Launch107 for weather-report drills and searchable FAA PDF references.