12.5.13 Sigmets And Airmets; Proc - Garmin GTN 725 Pilot's Manual

12.5.13 SIGMETs and AIRMETs

SIGMETs (SIGnificant METeorological Information) and AIRMETs (AIRmen' s
METeorological Information) are broadcast for potentially hazardous weather
considered of importance to aircraft. A Convective SIGMET is issued for
hazardous convective weather. A localized SIGMET is a significant weather
condition occurring at a localized geographical position.
SIGMET/AIRMET
Legend
Figure 12-86 Connext Weather Page - AIRMETs/SIGMETs
When enabled, SIGMET/AIRMETs advise the pilot of potentially hazardous
weather. SIGMETs are directed to all aircraft. AIRMETs are intended for light
aircraft. SIGMET/AIRMET data covers icing, turbulence, dust, and volcanic ash
as issued by the National Weather Service. The update rate is selected in the
Connext Settings Menu.
Figure 12-87 Connext Weather - AIRMETs/SIGMETs Detail and Legend
When enabled, the following AIRMETs are available for display:
• Icing
• Turbulence
• IFR conditions
• Mountain obscuration
• Surface winds
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