Thunderstorm Avoidance

General Subjects

3 modules

1 hour 12 min

It’s clear that thunderstorms need to be avoided when flying and tight communication between ATC and an aircraft in severe weather is needed. Scandlearn brings a thorough Thunderstorm Avoidance course looking at all extreme weather patterns.

This course covers the effects and hazards of changeable weather associated with thunderstorms. Learners will study the different types of thunderstorms, the importance of pilot reports, and the varying techniques for thunderstorm avoidance.

TOPICS INCLUDED

  • Cumulonimbus (CB) cloud and avoidance

  • Upwards / downwards winds and hail

  • Airport and weather radars

  • The weather radar panel in the cockpit and its controls

  • The gain control

  • A typical flight List of recommendations

  • Microbursts Mountainous areas

  • IRS to stabilize the antenna

Regulatory Compliance

Our course closely follows the EASA regulations but is also suitable for operators complying with other standards globally.

EASA
Designed For
Flight Crew

Course Content

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Introduction

18 minutes
24 parts
15 questions
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How to detect & avoid CB

20 minutes
29 parts
14 questions
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The weather radar panel

25 minutes
34 parts
15 questions
Certification Test

Thunderstorm Avoidance

10 minutes
20 questions
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