Strike Dot Interpretation - INSIGHT STRIKE FINDER Pilot's Manual

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STRIKE FINDER

1) Cluster Size—The Strike Finder's precise depictions utilize fewer

dots for equivalent storms. As few as 3 dots will warn you of a potential

hazard, although a dozen or more are typical. Dot density is a good clue

to storm severity. When a cluster ﬁlls in solid, give the storm extra

avoidance margin.

2) Accumulation Rate—The rate of dot accumulation is a good measure

of storm severity. A few dots per minute suggests mild conditions. A dot

per second should be labeled "moderate". Two dots per second is

"severe" strike activity. Over periods of many minutes, the accumulation

is more vivid in the

3) Adjacent Activity—Strike Finder is sensitive to adjacent activity.

When cells are numerous, they absorb one another, coalesce into

larger cells, and quickly ﬁll spaces between themselves. Dots marching

from one cell to another indicate severity of the cells and a dangerous

area between them.

4) Storm Persistence—Strike Finder strike dots have a persistence or dot

longevity, of ﬁve minutes. For severe storms, dots remain in the same

location for much longer than ﬁve minutes. If in doubt, use the

Function

and observe the reaccumulation.

5) Size Versus Distance—Strike Finder size-vs-distance display closely

follows a radar guideline: Events appearing large at signiﬁcant distance

are monstrous when nearby. Remember also that three dots at a 100

mile distance will become 12 dots when the range is shortened.

6) Cluster Fragmentation—Strike Finder sensitivity may generate cluster

fragmentation, or a widely scattered array. This alerts you to a wide

spread and churning convective area where simply avoiding one dot or

cluster may not produce a smooth ride. When the entire area is

unstable, the mixing mass can produce a multitude of minor strikes in

a polka-dot effect.