Aviation English
Basic ATC

What is Wind check?

Wind check A request for the current wind conditions at a specific location.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Wind check” Used in Practice?

Pilot, wind check, winds at runway one eight are two seven zero at ten knots.

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 Wind check?

A request for the current wind conditions at a specific location.

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