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What is Weather Avoidance?

Weather Avoidance Flight planning or tactical maneuvering to avoid hazardous weather areas using deviation, rerouting, or altitude changes.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Weather Avoidance” Used in Practice?

Requesting deviation for weather avoidance east of track, severe thunderstorm ahead.

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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What is Weather Avoidance?

Flight planning or tactical maneuvering to avoid hazardous weather areas using deviation, rerouting, or altitude changes.

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