Aviation English
Meteorology

Was ist Föhnwelle?

Föhnwelle A standing atmospheric wave created when stable air flows over a mountain or ridge, often causing turbulence and rotor clouds.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Föhnwelle” Used in Practice?

Pilot meldet mäßige Turbulenzen aufgrund von Föhnwellen über dem Sierra-Nevada-Kamm.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

Related Aviation English Terms

TurbulenzWindscherungNiedrigstufen‑WindscherungTurbulenz bei klarer Luft

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Was ist Föhnwelle?

A standing atmospheric wave created when stable air flows over a mountain or ridge, often causing turbulence and rotor clouds.

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