Weather Radar & Thunderstorm Avoidance
The course covers topics related to thunderstorms and weather phenomena associated with thunderstorms. Microbursts, weather radar techniques, and limitations. A chapter with Ice Crystal Icing (ICI) included.
Course contents
Introduction
The CB The CB Mature State Microbursts CB Dissipating state Risks Hail Microburst and Windshear
Weather Radar Theory and Functionalities WX Radars Regulations Accident Rates
NEXRAD – Next Generation Radar NEXRAD Capabilities NEXRAD Limitations
Radar Fundamentals Radar Components Radar Transmitter and Receiver Radar Pulse Certified Beam Width Attenuation Antenna Beam Pattern Reflectivity Radar Detection WX radar and NEXRAD Radar Components Antenna Stabilization Beam Width Radar Displays WX Radar Controls WX Radar Faults Other weather-related products Weather Radar Limitations
Weather Avoidance Strategic Weather Avoidance Tactical Weather Avoidance Tilt Gain TURB 1:60 Rule CB Cell Clearance Pass a cell Avoidance Decisions Specific Weather Shapes Blind Alley Effect Performance Limitations During Flight CRM and Weather Radar Scenarios
ICI Ice Crystal Icing ICI Description ICI Detection ICI Avoidance
