What is Weather Drift?
Weather Drift Deviation from planned track or route due to wind or meteorological factors, often requiring heading or routing adjustments.
Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG
How is “Weather Drift” Used in Practice?
Due to weather drift, actual track differs from planned route by three nautical miles, adjusting heading.
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Who Needs to Know This Term?
- Pilots
- Air Traffic Controllers
- Cabin Crew
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What is Weather Drift?
Deviation from planned track or route due to wind or meteorological factors, often requiring heading or routing adjustments.
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