Aviation English
Meteorology

¿Qué es ráfaga?

ráfaga A sudden, brief increase in wind speed, typically varying with rapid fluctuations.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “ráfaga” Used in Practice?

Viento 270 a 15 nudos, ráfagas hasta 25, pista 27 autorizada para aterrizar.

Certification Exam Relevance

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

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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¿Qué es ráfaga?

A sudden, brief increase in wind speed, typically varying with rapid fluctuations.

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