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STRIKE FINDER
STORM EXAMPLES
Study the following examples to become familiar with the Strike Finder
display.
Storm 1
Figure 26. Display set to 200 nm range view showing three storm cells
Description
At 200 nm range view, three areas of activity are
at 11:00, 12:00 and 1:00 positions. The pilot has typically 30 to 45 minutes
warning on the present route. The storms are within the CAUTION area.
ANALYSIS
If they are mature thunderstorms, the two well developed areas may
dissipate by the time the aircraft reaches their location. If they are severe
or steady-state thunderstorms, they may persist or grow more hazardous.
Also note the scattered strikes between the two large clusters. This may
indicate new developing activity or an old cell dissipating. The area between
the two clusters is unstable and is a hazardous path!
Suggested Action
Use
Time Travel
a deviation. A left or right turn 45-degrees either side of course provides
a clear route, but watch for signs of any more associated storm activity.
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to observe the history of this activity and start planning
DIGITAL WEATHER AVOIDANCE
shown.Cells
PILOT'S
are 150 nm
GUIDE
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