Meteorology

Pronóstico de tendencia a corto plazo (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

Pronóstico de tendencia a corto plazo (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 Pronóstico de tendencia a corto plazo (TREND)?

In this glossary, Pronóstico de tendencia a corto plazo (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 Pronóstico de tendencia a corto plazo (TREND) used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "ATC: El último METAR con TREND señala visibilidad mejorando a 6000 m y techo subiendo por encima de 1500 ft en dos horas."

Why does Pronóstico de tendencia a corto plazo (TREND) matter in aviation?

Pronóstico de tendencia a corto plazo (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 Pronóstico de tendencia a corto plazo (TREND)?

Pronóstico de tendencia a corto plazo (TREND) is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Pronóstico de tendencia a corto plazo (TREND) belong to?

In this glossary, Pronóstico de tendencia a corto plazo (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

Pronóstico de tendencia a corto plazo (TREND)

Localized example

ATC: El último METAR con TREND señala visibilidad mejorando a 6000 m y techo subiendo por encima de 1500 ft en dos horas.

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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