Are You Prepared for Winter Flying? Test Your Knowledge with Our Aviation Snow Quiz

Written by Erick Teeters | Flying, Flying Tips

Most of us flying in California or nice coastal environments do not ever have to deal with snow. So are you prepared for Winter Flying? Take the quiz below to get some insight, if you pass stick your tongue out and get ready for an ice pellet.

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1. What temperature condition is indicated if wet snow is encountered at your flight altitude?

A. The temperature is below freezing at your altitude.

B. You are flying from a warm air mass into a cold air mass.

C. The temperature is above freezing at your altitude.

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2. Interpret the remarks section of METAR surface report for KBNA.

METAR KBNA 211250Z 33018KT 290V260 1/2SM R31/2700FT +SN BLSNFG VV008 00/M03 A2991 RMK RAESNB42

A. Rain ended 42 minutes past the hour, snow began 42 minutes past the hour.

B. Heavy blowing snow and fog on runway 31.

C. The wind is variable from 290° to 360°.

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3. Which sources of aeronautical information, when used collectively, provide the latest status of airport conditions (e.g., runway closures, runway lighting, snow conditions)?

A. Aeronautical Information Manual, aeronautical charts, and (D) NOTAMs.

B. Chart Supplement and FDC NOTAMs.

C. Chart Supplement and (D) NOTAMs.

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Are You Prepared for Winter Flying? Test Your Knowledge with Our Aviation Snow Quiz

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