Meteorology

Kurzfristige Trendvorhersage (TREND)

A TREND appended to a METAR or SPECI giving expected significant changes in surface wind, visibility, weather or cloud over the next two hours.

Quick answer: A TREND appended to a METAR or SPECI giving expected significant changes in surface wind, visibility, weather or cloud over the next two hours.

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Quick answer

A TREND appended to a METAR or SPECI giving expected significant changes in surface wind, visibility, weather or cloud over the next two hours.

Why it matters

Kurzfristige Trendvorhersage (TREND) 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

What is Kurzfristige Trendvorhersage (TREND)?

In this glossary, Kurzfristige Trendvorhersage (TREND) refers to: A TREND appended to a METAR or SPECI giving expected significant changes in surface wind, visibility, weather or cloud over the next two hours.

How is Kurzfristige Trendvorhersage (TREND) used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "ATC: Aktueller METAR mit TREND zeigt Sichtweite 6000 m und Wolkenuntergrenze über 1500 ft in den nächsten zwei Stunden."

Why does Kurzfristige Trendvorhersage (TREND) matter in aviation?

Kurzfristige Trendvorhersage (TREND) 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 Kurzfristige Trendvorhersage (TREND)?

Kurzfristige Trendvorhersage (TREND) is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Kurzfristige Trendvorhersage (TREND) belong to?

In this glossary, Kurzfristige Trendvorhersage (TREND) 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

A TREND appended to a METAR or SPECI giving expected significant changes in surface wind, visibility, weather or cloud over the next two hours.

Operational example

ATC: Latest METAR plus TREND indicates visibility improving to 6000 metres and ceiling lifting above 1500 feet within the next two hours.

Localized term

Kurzfristige Trendvorhersage (TREND)

Localized example

ATC: Aktueller METAR mit TREND zeigt Sichtweite 6000 m und Wolkenuntergrenze über 1500 ft in den nächsten zwei Stunden.

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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