Meteorology

vorherrschende Sichtweite

Greatest visibility value equaled or exceeded for at least half the horizon.

Quick answer: Greatest visibility value equaled or exceeded for at least half the horizon.

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Quick answer

Greatest visibility value equaled or exceeded for at least half the horizon.

Why it matters

vorherrschende Sichtweite matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is vorherrschende Sichtweite?

In this glossary, vorherrschende Sichtweite refers to: Greatest visibility value equaled or exceeded for at least half the horizon.

How is vorherrschende Sichtweite used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Wie hoch ist die vorherrschende Sichtweite auf dem Flugfeld für unseren Anflug?"

Why does vorherrschende Sichtweite matter in aviation?

vorherrschende Sichtweite matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses vorherrschende Sichtweite?

vorherrschende Sichtweite is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does vorherrschende Sichtweite belong to?

In this glossary, vorherrschende Sichtweite is grouped under Meteorology. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

Greatest visibility value equaled or exceeded for at least half the horizon.

Operational example

Pilot: What is the prevailing visibility reported at the field for our approach?

Localized term

vorherrschende Sichtweite

Localized example

Wie hoch ist die vorherrschende Sichtweite auf dem Flugfeld für unseren Anflug?

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Meteorology

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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