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| AP 117 - Aviation Weather |
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Associated Term:
Summer 2025
Learning Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Analyze and interpret METARs, TAFs, and other aviation weather reports and forecasts to make informed flight decisions 2. Describe the formation and characteristics of major weather systems, including high and low-pressure systems, fronts, and associated weather patterns 3. Explain the principles of atmospheric dynamics, including temperature, pressure, humidity, and wind, and how they affect aviation 4. Identify and assess aviation weather hazards such as thunderstorms, turbulence, icing, wind shear, and low visibility conditions 5. Use aviation weather tools and resources, including radar imagery, satellite data, and online weather services 6. Explain the FAA’s requirements for weather minimums and weather-related regulations for flight planning and operations 7. Predict the impact of weather conditions on various phases of flight, including takeoff, enroute operations, and landing 8. Effectively communicate weather information to crew members, air traffic control, and other stakeholders 9. Integrate weather considerations into risk management and aeronautical decision-making processes 10. Apply Weather Knowledge to Real-World Scenarios involving aircraft performance and aerodynamics Required Materials: Technical Requirements: |
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