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Meteorology

¿Qué es Nube de Rotor?

Nube de Rotor A turbulent, low-level cloud formation found downwind of mountain ranges, forming in the rotor zone beneath and near mountain waves; indicative of severe turbulence and hazardous for aviation.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Nube de Rotor” Used in Practice?

Informe de turbulencia severa cerca de una nube de rotor al oeste del aeródromo, tenga precaución en la aproximación.

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 Nube de Rotor?

A turbulent, low-level cloud formation found downwind of mountain ranges, forming in the rotor zone beneath and near mountain waves; indicative of severe turbulence and hazardous for aviation.

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