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SkewTLogPro releases version 3.0—upgrade your weather briefing today

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Comparing this information to the current METAR for the area confirms this data, with low ceilings and light winds. Is there wind shear at a certain altitude? In this case we have moved out five hours, to 2000 UTC. How thick are the clouds? Can I get on top today? Is there ice on climb out?

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AIRMETs Vs. SIGMETS: What’s the Difference?

Pilot Institute

YYGGgg : Date and time of issue in UTC (Zulu time). issued on the 6th at 15:55 UTC The Summary Section The summary includes a brief overview of the SIGMET, providing validity, affected regions, and sequence information. [n][n]n VALID YYGGgg/YYGGgg : The period the SIGMET is active, using UTC times. MOV N 30 KT).

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What Is a SPECI and When Is It Issued?

Pilot Institute

Cloud ceilings below 1,500 feet or cumulonimbus clouds can trigger a SPECI. A sudden wind shift, a 10-knot or greater speed increase, a 45-degree or more direction change, or gusts exceeding limits may also cause a SPECI. Thunderstorms can also bring wind shear and lightning. 3/4SM : Visibility of ¾ statute miles.