Pilots must be able to infer current and developing atmospheric conditions based on different cloud types. By Karsten Shein Comm-Inst. Climate Scientist Clouds are classified by altitude and whether growth is primarily horizontal or vertical. Pilots should be familiar with each type of cloud and what atmospheric conditions it indicates. ooking forward at FL180, the […]
WEATHER BRIEF
Avoiding bumpy rides
Understanding turbulence can be key to a smooth flight. By Karsten Shein Comm-Inst. Climate Scientist he pilots of the intercontinental business jet had just finished transmitting their position report from FL330 over the Philippine Sea when one noticed the contrails of a commercial jet approaching their position a few thousand feet above their altitude. As […]
Weather of the north Atlantic
Here, ocean currents and large-scale weather patterns often collide. By Karsten Shein Comm-Inst. Climate Scientist Significant weather prognostic chart for the north Atlantic. These charts show areas where thunderstorms, turbulence, and other weather hazards may occur on transatlantic routes. The green lines show the position and height of jet streams. nroute to LCY (Intl, London […]
