METARs
METAR KMCO 210853Z 36005KT 10SM CLR 23/22 A2999 RMK AO2 SLP154 T02330222 56008
This ICAO code identifies the airport where the METAR was issued.
What is KMCO?
TAF KTPA 040520Z 0406/0512 06006KT P6SM SCT040 BKN200 FM041500 10004KT P6SM SCT030 OVC100 FM041800 11006KT P6SM OVC100 PROB30 0419/0421 5SM -TSRA SCT025CB OVC050 FM042200 07007KT P6SM SCT025 BKN050
This forecast indicates a 30% chance of thunderstorms with rain between 1900Z and 2100Z.
What does PROB30 0419/0421 5SM -TSRA mean?
A pilot planning a VFR flight during the PROB30 window should consider this action.
What is delaying departure or selecting an alternate route?
This briefing type is used when departure is more than 6 hours away.
What is an outlook briefing?
METAR KMCO 210853Z 36005KT 10SM CLR 23/22 A2999 RMK AO2 SLP154 T02330222 56008
This timestamp shows the report was issued on the 21st day of the month at 0853 Zulu time.
What is 210853Z?
TAF KTPA 040520Z 0406/0512 06006KT P6SM SCT040 BKN200 FM041500 10004KT P6SM SCT030 OVC100 FM041800 11006KT P6SM OVC100 PROB30 0419/0421 5SM -TSRA SCT025CB OVC050 FM042200 07007KT P6SM SCT025 BKN050
The cloud layer described as SCT025CB refers to this type of cloud, often associated with convective activity.
What are cumulonimbus clouds?
The overcast layer at 10,000 ft may affect this phase of flight for a small GA aircraft.
What is cruise or climb performance?
This checklist acronym helps pilots assess their physical and mental readiness.
What is IMSAFE?
METAR KMCO 210853Z 36005KT 10SM CLR 23/22 A2999 RMK AO2 SLP154 T02330222 56008
This part of the METAR indicates wind is coming from the north at 5 knots.
What does 36005KT mean?
TAF KTPA 040520Z 0406/0512 06006KT P6SM SCT040 BKN200 FM041500 10004KT P6SM SCT030 OVC100 FM041800 11006KT P6SM OVC100 PROB30 0419/0421 5SM -TSRA SCT025CB OVC050 FM042200 07007KT P6SM SCT025 BKN050
The visibility drops to this value during the thunderstorm probability window.
What is 5 statute miles?
The presence of CB clouds in the forecast suggests pilots should be alert for this hazard.
What is turbulence or wind shear?
This acronym divides flight risk into four categories: Pilot, Aircraft, Environment, and External pressures.
What is PAVE?
METAR KMCO 210853Z 36005KT 10SM CLR 23/22 A2999 RMK AO2 SLP154 T02330222 56008
This visibility report indicates excellent conditions for VFR flight.
What does 10SM mean?
TAF KTPA 040520Z 0406/0512 06006KT P6SM SCT040 BKN200 FM041500 10004KT P6SM SCT030 OVC100 FM041800 11006KT P6SM OVC100 PROB30 0419/0421 5SM -TSRA SCT025CB OVC050 FM042200 07007KT P6SM SCT025 BKN050
The forecasted wind shift from 060° to 070° occurs at this time.
What is FM042200Z?
The forecasted wind speeds throughout the TAF remain below this threshold, indicating relatively calm conditions.
What is 10 knots?
This FAA website allows pilots to file flight plans and receive automatic alerts.
What is 1800wxbrief.com?
METAR KMCO 210853Z 36005KT 10SM CLR 23/22 A2999 RMK AO2 SLP154 T02330222 56008
This abbreviation means skies are clear with no significant cloud cover.
What does CLR mean?
TAF KTPA 040520Z 0406/0512 06006KT P6SM SCT040 BKN200 FM041500 10004KT P6SM SCT030 OVC100 FM041800 11006KT P6SM OVC100 PROB30 0419/0421 5SM -TSRA SCT025CB OVC050 FM042200 07007KT P6SM SCT025 BKN050
This part of the TAF indicates the forecast is valid from 0600Z on the 4th to 1200Z on the 5th.
What does 0406/0512 mean?
The use of “FM” in the TAF indicates this type of forecast change.
What is a rapid and significant change in conditions?
This in-cockpit technology provides real-time weather and traffic information.
What is ADS-B In?