Overview
The adventure of flight is undeniably linked to the condition of the atmosphere we move through. The more you understand the nature of weather the more capable and comfortable you will be to take to the skies.
This is a foundation course on aviation weather, focusing on pertinent and practical weather theory you will use, delivered in a way that is easy to grasp and remember. Please note, it is not just another boring weather theory class. This is a guide on how to understand and perceive the atmosphere in a way that will allow you to go beyond making safe flights, and into the realm of visualizing and managing energy in the atmosphere.
Objective
LEARN PRACTICAL WEATHER THEORY
REVIEW SCENARIO BASED ATMOSPHERIC CHALLENGES
UNDERSTAND LARGE TO SMALL SCALE SYSTEMS
MANAGE ENERGY IN THE ATMOSPHERE
IMPROVE SAFETY OF FLIGHT
STAY AHEAD OF THE WEATHER
DISCOVER ADVENTURE THROUGH UNDERSTANDING
REMOVE UNCERTAINTY AND GUESS WORK
PICK YOUR RIDE
Subject Areas
- Composition of the Atmosphere
- Atmospheric Circulation
- Atmospheric Pressure
- Altitude and the Human Body
- Wind
- Convection
- Weather Maps
- Atmospheric Stability
- Moisture and Temperature
- Clouds
- Precipitation
- Air Masses
- Fronts
- Thunderstorms
- Turbulence
- Icing
- Ceiling and Visibility