Exam quiz Meteorology - FAA Part 107 Drone Exam Prep

Question 1

You've been asked to inspect a railroad beginning at the town of Onawa and ending to the south, in Blencoe. Which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

A remote PIC would NOT need to receive prior airspace authorization from the FAA, since the proposed route would not take place in controlled airspace.

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A remote PIC would need to receive prior airspace authorization from the FAA, since the proposed route takes place within 5 miles of an airport.

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A remote PIC would need to receive prior airspace authorization from the FAA, since the proposed route is in Class G airspace.

Question 2

When the air temperature and dew point converge and are within 3°C (5°F) of each other, what weather condition is highly likely to form?

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Fog or low clouds.

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Thunderstorms.

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High winds and severe clear skies.

Question 3

In a TAF, what does the 'FM' (From) group indicate?

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A rapid and significant change in weather expected within less than an hour.

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A gradual change in weather taking place over several hours.

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Temporary fluctuations in weather.

Question 4

Wind is primarily caused by:

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Differences in atmospheric pressure, which are rooted in the uneven heating of the Earth's surface.

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The rotation of the Earth alone.

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The movement of aircraft through the atmosphere.

Question 5

Wind direction reported in a METAR is provided in reference to:

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True North.

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Magnetic North.

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The aircraft's heading.

Question 6

In a TAF, what does 'BECMG' indicate?

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A gradual change in conditions occurring over a specified time period (usually 2 hours).

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A probability of certain conditions occurring.

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Becoming clear skies.

Question 7

What is the CTAF/UNICOM frequency at Barnes County Airport?

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122.8 MHz.

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123.6 MHz.

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122.0 MHz.

Question 8

When should a remote pilot request an 'Abbreviated Briefing'?

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When they need to update specific information from a previous standard briefing.

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When they have no prior weather information.

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When their flight is more than 24 hours away.

Question 9

What are the three stages of a thunderstorm?

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Cumulus, mature, and dissipating.

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Formation, precipitation, and dissipation.

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Updraft, downdraft, and static.

Question 10

In a METAR, 'SHRA' indicates:

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Rain showers.

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Shallow radiation fog.

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Snow and hail.

Question 11

What is a Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF)?

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A concise statement of the expected meteorological conditions at an airport during a specified period.

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A report of current weather conditions at an airport.

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A warning of severe weather en route.

Question 12

In the sectional chart below, what kind of airspace is enclosed by the hash-marked magenta border?

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Military Operations Area.

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Restricted Area.

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Temporary Flight Restriction.

Question 13

What is the required flight visibility for a remote pilot operating an unmanned aircraft near the Plantation Airport (JYL)?

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3 statute miles.

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1 statute mile.

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5 statute miles.

Question 14

What is the floor of controlled airspace around Sandpoint airport?

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2,831 feet MSL.

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2,131 feet AGL.

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700 feet MSL.

Question 15

During which stage of a thunderstorm is the most severe weather, such as heavy rain, wind shear, and hail, generally encountered?

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The mature stage.

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The cumulus stage.

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The dissipating stage.

Question 16

Fog that forms when cold, dry air moves over relatively warm water is called:

Accepted Answer

Steam fog.

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Radiation fog.

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Upslope fog.

Question 17

What are characteristics of unstable air?

Accepted Answer

Turbulence and good surface visibility.

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Turbulence and poor surface visibility.

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Nimbostratus clouds and good surface visibility.

Question 18

In a METAR report, what does the abbreviation 'HZ' stand for?

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Haze.

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Hail.

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Heavy rain.

Question 19

How long does a typical microburst usually last?

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Seldom longer than 15 minutes.

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Up to 1 hour.

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Between 1 and 3 hours.

Question 20

Of what value is the Weather Depiction Chart to the pilot?

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For determining general weather conditions on which to base flight planning.

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For determining frontal trends and air mass characteristics.

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For a forecast of cloud coverage, visibilities, and frontal activity.

Question 21

How tall is the tallest tower in the group of towers approximately 15 statute miles south of Minot International Airport?

Accepted Answer

1,081' AGL.

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2,772' AGL.

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3,149' MSL.

Question 22

What is a METAR?

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A routine aviation surface weather observation.

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A forecast of weather conditions expected at an airport.

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A warning of severe weather in a specific area.

Question 23

What is the correct UNICOM frequency to be used at Coeur d'Alene to request fuel?

Accepted Answer

122.8 MHz.

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122.1/108.8 MHz.

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135.075 MHz.

Question 24

How are cloud bases reported in METARs and TAFs?

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In hundreds of feet AGL.

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In thousands of feet MSL.

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In tens of feet MSL.

Question 25

Fog that forms when warm, moist air is blown horizontally over a cold surface is called:

Accepted Answer

Advection fog.

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Radiation fog.

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Steam fog.

Question 26

You are planning to fly a drone at a spot around 4 miles north of Cochran Airport. Based on the sectional chart, what is the height of the nearest obstacle in the area?

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1568 feet MSL.

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1568 feet AGL.

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1169 feet MSL.

Question 27

In meteorology, what is a 'front'?

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The boundary layer between two distinct air masses of different temperatures and densities.

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The center of a high-pressure system.

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The leading edge of a microburst.

Question 28

What type of airspace surrounds Elizabeth City Rgnl (ECG)?

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Class D.

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Class G.

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Class B.

Question 29

In a METAR, what does the sky cover code 'OVC015' indicate?

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Overcast sky at 1,500 feet AGL.

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Overcast sky at 15,000 feet MSL.

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Overcast sky at 150 feet AGL.

Question 30

Over what geographical area is a TAF typically valid?

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Within a 5 statute mile radius from the center of an airport runway complex.

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Within a 10 nautical mile radius of the airport.

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Across an entire state or region.

Question 31

What is the most comprehensive weather briefing a pilot can request before a flight?

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A Standard briefing.

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An Abbreviated briefing.

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An Outlook briefing.

Question 32

This sign is a visual clue that

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warns the pilot of approaching taxiway "B."

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confirms the aircraft's location to be on taxiway "B."

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indicates "B" holding area is ahead.

Question 33

How often are standard TAFs generally issued?

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Four times a day (every 6 hours).

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Every hour.

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Twice a day (every 12 hours).

Question 34

What does 'VRB' mean in the wind group of a METAR report (e.g., VRB03KT)?

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The wind direction is variable.

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Visibility is reduced by blowing wind.

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Visual flight rules are required.

Question 35

Which of the following describes an 'Outlook Briefing' from a Flight Service Station?

Accepted Answer

A briefing provided when the planned departure is 6 or more hours away.

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A brief update of weather information from a previous briefing.

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The most complete and comprehensive weather briefing available.

Question 36

What is AWOS?

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Automated Weather Observing System.

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Aviation Weather Outlook Service.

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Automated Wind and Overcast System.

Question 37

In a METAR report, temperature and dew point are reported in which scale?

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Celsius.

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Fahrenheit.

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Kelvin.

Question 38

What is the floor of the Class E airspace surrounding Mercer Co Rgnl (HZE)?

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2,514' MSL.

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700' MSL.

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750' AGL.

Question 39

Standard sea level temperature is:

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15°C (59°F).

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10°C (50°F).

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20°C (68°F).

Question 40

What is the defining characteristic of wind shear?

Accepted Answer

A sudden, drastic change in wind speed and/or direction over a very short distance.

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Continuous, steady winds exceeding 30 knots.

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Winds that only occur above 10,000 feet MSL.

Question 41

What indicates the beginning of the dissipating stage of a thunderstorm?

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Downdrafts spread throughout the cloud and cut off the updrafts.

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Precipitation begins to fall.

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The cloud develops an anvil top.

Question 42

What is the wind speed and direction indicated in the TAF for Memphis International Airport (KMEM) reported at 1720Z?

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Wind source from the south-southwest, 12 knots.

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Wind source from the northwest, 20 knots.

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Wind source from southeast, 8 knots.

Question 43

The elevation of the Chesapeake Regional Airport is

Accepted Answer

19 feet.

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36 feet.

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360 feet.

Question 44

If the center of gravity on your aircraft is too far aft (rearward), what is the likely result?

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The aircraft will have difficulty recovering from a stalled position.

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The aircraft will have increased airspeed.

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The aircraft will not be able to maintain a constant turn.

Question 45

Which type of front is typically associated with a narrow band of active weather, such as heavy rain or thunderstorms, because it acts like a snowplow pushing warm air violently upward?

Accepted Answer

A cold front.

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A warm front.

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An occluded front.

Question 46

How long are standard TAFs usually valid?

Accepted Answer

24 or 30 hours.

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12 hours.

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48 hours.

Question 47

Louisville Airport is an uncontrolled airport surrounded by a magenta-shaded circle in the sectional charts. What does this magenta circle indicate?

Accepted Answer

Class E airspace from 700 feet.

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Class G airspace up to 400 feet.

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Class E airspace from the surface up to 700 feet.

Question 48

The vertical limits of that portion of Class E airspace designated as a Federal Airway over Magee Airport are

Accepted Answer

1,200 feet AGL to 17,999 feet MSL.

Answer

700 feet MSL to 12,500 feet MSL.

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7,500 feet MSL to 17,999 feet MSL.

Question 49

A client has hired you to inspect a tower on Tuesday. The tower to be inspected is the lighted tower 6 NM SW of Savannah/Hilton Head Intl (SAV). At the highest allowable flight altitude above the tower, what airspace would you be in?

Accepted Answer

Class C.

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Class E.

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Class G.

Question 50

What type of weather is generally associated with a high-pressure system?

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Descending air, clear skies, and generally good weather.

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Continuous rain and low ceilings.

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Tornadoes and microbursts.

Question 51

When flying near a large body of water during the day, how does the wind typically blow?

Accepted Answer

From the cooler water toward the warmer land (Sea Breeze).

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From the warmer land toward the cooler water (Land Breeze).

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Parallel to the shoreline at all times.

Question 52

Dew point is defined as the:

Accepted Answer

Temperature to which air must be cooled to become fully saturated with moisture.

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Temperature at which water freezes.

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Point at which atmospheric pressure drops below standard.

Question 53

In a TAF, what does 'PROB30' mean?

Accepted Answer

There is a 30 percent probability of the forecasted weather conditions occurring.

Answer

Visibility will be limited to 30 miles.

Answer

Winds will increase by 30 knots.

Question 54

How are the weather conditions at Los Angeles International Airport (KLAX) best described?

Accepted Answer

Visibility of 16 statute miles, wind speed of 5 knots.

Answer

Scattered clouds at 700 feet, temperature of 16 °C.

Answer

Wind coming from NE, visibility obscured by fog.

Question 55

In the TAF from KOKC, the "FM (FROM) Group" is forecast for the hours from 1600Z to 2200Z with the wind from

Accepted Answer

180° at 10 knots.

Answer

160° at 10 knots.

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180° at 10 knots, becoming 200° at 13 knots.

Question 56

When flying over Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge, a pilot should fly no lower than

Accepted Answer

2,000 feet AGL.

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3,000 feet AGL.

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2,500 feet AGL.

Question 57

What is the floor of the Class E airspace surrounding the Garrison Municipal Airport?

Accepted Answer

2637 feet MSL.

Answer

700 feet MSL.

Answer

1937 feet MSL.

Question 58

What is ATIS?

Accepted Answer

Automatic Terminal Information Service, a continuous broadcast of recorded non-control information at busy airports.

Answer

Air Traffic Instruction Service.

Answer

Aviation Terminal Icing System.

Question 59

What does the abbreviation 'CB' mean when appended to a cloud layer in a METAR?

Accepted Answer

Cumulonimbus.

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Clear below.

Answer

Cirrostratus broken.

Question 60

Wind directions broadcasted over an AWOS, ASOS, or ATIS frequency are given in reference to:

Accepted Answer

Magnetic North.

Answer

True North.

Answer

Grid North.

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