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SIGMET Tropischer Wirbelsturm – Signifikante meteorologische Information

A SIGMET issued for a tropical cyclone within or approaching an FIR, including observed or forecast TC position, extent of associated cumulonimbus clouds, movement and intensity.

Quick answer: A SIGMET issued for a tropical cyclone within or approaching an FIR, including observed or forecast TC position, extent of associated cumulonimbus clouds, movement and intensity.

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Quick answer

A SIGMET issued for a tropical cyclone within or approaching an FIR, including observed or forecast TC position, extent of associated cumulonimbus clouds, movement and intensity.

Why it matters

SIGMET Tropischer Wirbelsturm – Signifikante meteorologische Information 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 SIGMET Tropischer Wirbelsturm – Signifikante meteorologische Information?

In this glossary, SIGMET Tropischer Wirbelsturm – Signifikante meteorologische Information refers to: A SIGMET issued for a tropical cyclone within or approaching an FIR, including observed or forecast TC position, extent of associated cumulonimbus clouds, movement and intensity.

How is SIGMET Tropischer Wirbelsturm – Signifikante meteorologische Information used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "ATC: Tropicaler Zyklon SIGMET 05 für TC Annie, die sich FL100 nähert, ausgegeben; Cumulonimbus-Ausdehnung und Bewegung angegeben."

Why does SIGMET Tropischer Wirbelsturm – Signifikante meteorologische Information matter in aviation?

SIGMET Tropischer Wirbelsturm – Signifikante meteorologische Information 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 SIGMET Tropischer Wirbelsturm – Signifikante meteorologische Information?

SIGMET Tropischer Wirbelsturm – Signifikante meteorologische Information is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does SIGMET Tropischer Wirbelsturm – Signifikante meteorologische Information belong to?

In this glossary, SIGMET Tropischer Wirbelsturm – Signifikante meteorologische Information 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 SIGMET issued for a tropical cyclone within or approaching an FIR, including observed or forecast TC position, extent of associated cumulonimbus clouds, movement and intensity.

Operational example

ATC: Tropical Cyclone SIGMET 05 issued for TC Annie approaching FL100; cumulonimbus extent and motion provided.

Localized term

SIGMET Tropischer Wirbelsturm – Signifikante meteorologische Information

Localized example

ATC: Tropicaler Zyklon SIGMET 05 für TC Annie, die sich FL100 nähert, ausgegeben; Cumulonimbus-Ausdehnung und Bewegung angegeben.

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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