Weather Information

References: 14 CFR part 61; AC 00-6, AC 0045; AIM.

Note: Where current weather reports, forecasts, or other pertinent information is not available, this information will be simulated by the examiner in a manner that will adequately measure the applicant's competence.

Objective. To determine that the applicant:

1. Exhibits adequate knowledge of the elements related to aviation weather information by obtaining, reading, and analyzing the applicable items, such as --
   1. weather reports and forecasts.
   2. pilot and radar reports.
   3. surface analysis charts.
   4. radar summary charts.
   5. significant weather prognostics.
   6. winds and temperatures aloft.
   7. freezing level charts.
   8. stability charts.
   9. severe weather outlook charts.
   10. SIGNETs and AIRMETs.
   11. ATIS reports.
   
   
2. Correctly analyzes the assembled weather information pertaining to the proposed route of flight and destination airport, and determines whether an alternate airport is required, and, if required, whether the selected alternate airport meets the regulatory requirement.