Aviation English
Meteorology

Qu'est-ce que rafale ?

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

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “rafale” Used in Practice?

Vent du 270 à 15 nœuds, rafales à 25, piste 27 autorisée à l’atterrissage.

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

squaleplafondCarte d’AltitudeMessage de Vent et Température en Altitude

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Qu'est-ce que rafale ?

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

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