Meteorology - EASA Drone License A2

Question 1

In aviation meteorology, what does 'SIGMET' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Significant Meteorological Information; an advisory concerning potentially hazardous weather phenomena like severe turbulence, icing, or volcanic ash

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Signal Meteorological Tool

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Significant Moisture Evaluation Testing

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Standard Instrument Ground Meteorological Evaluation

Question 2

What is the definition of 'True Altitude'?

Accepted Answer

The exact vertical distance of the aircraft above Mean Sea Level (MSL)

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The exact vertical distance of the aircraft above the ground directly below it (AGL)

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The altitude read on the controller when the drone is turned on

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The altitude based on standard atmospheric pressure (1013.25 hPa)

Question 3

In aviation weather reports, how is a 'Ceiling' defined?

Accepted Answer

The height above the Earth's surface of the lowest layer of clouds reported as 'Broken' (BKN) or 'Overcast' (OVC)

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The maximum altitude a drone can physically reach

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Any cloud layer reported as 'Scattered' (SCT)

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The top of a thunderstorm cloud

Question 4

Which type of cloud is generally associated with steady, continuous, and prolonged precipitation rather than heavy, showery bursts?

Accepted Answer

Nimbostratus

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Cumulonimbus

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Cirrocumulus

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Altocumulus

Question 5

In aviation forecasts, the 'Freezing Level' refers to:

Accepted Answer

The lowest altitude in the free atmosphere at which the air temperature reaches 0 °C, above which icing risks significantly increase

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The time of day when water freezes

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The ground temperature during winter

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The altitude where oxygen turns into a liquid

Question 6

In a METAR, how is a completely calm wind reported?

Accepted Answer

00000KT

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CALMKT

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VRB00KT

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NILWIND

Question 7

The sequence of clouds typically observed ahead of an approaching warm front is:

Accepted Answer

Cirrus, thickening to Cirrostratus, then Altostratus, and finally Nimbostratus bringing steady rain

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Cumulus, followed by Cumulonimbus

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Fog, followed by clear skies

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Stratus clouds immediately followed by a tornado

Question 8

The passage of a fast-moving cold front is typically marked by which immediate weather changes?

Accepted Answer

A sharp drop in temperature, a sudden shift in wind direction, and a rapid drop followed by a sharp rise in atmospheric pressure

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A gradual warming, clear skies, and a drop in pressure

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No change in wind, but thick fog rolls in

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A sudden increase in humidity without any rain

Question 9

Which cloud type is characterized as high-altitude, wispy, and composed entirely of ice crystals?

Accepted Answer

Cirrus

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Stratus

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Cumulus

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Nimbostratus

Question 10

Which visible sign strongly suggests the presence of a microburst?

Accepted Answer

A localized ring of blowing dust spreading rapidly outward near the ground, often beneath a thunderstorm or virga

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A perfectly clear, blue sky

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High-altitude cirrus clouds

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A steady, gentle sea breeze

Exam questions Meteorology - EASA Drone License A2

EASA Drone License A2: Meteorology 10 Questions no time limit

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