Meteorology

tormenta eléctrica

Convective weather event with thunder, lightning, precipitation and possible severe turbulence.

Quick answer: Convective weather event with thunder, lightning, precipitation and possible severe turbulence.

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Quick answer

Convective weather event with thunder, lightning, precipitation and possible severe turbulence.

Why it matters

tormenta eléctrica 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 tormenta eléctrica?

In this glossary, tormenta eléctrica refers to: Convective weather event with thunder, lightning, precipitation and possible severe turbulence.

How is tormenta eléctrica used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Evite tormenta eléctrica a las dos y cinco millas al oeste; precipitación intensa y relámpagos presentes."

Why does tormenta eléctrica matter in aviation?

tormenta eléctrica 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 tormenta eléctrica?

tormenta eléctrica is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does tormenta eléctrica belong to?

In this glossary, tormenta eléctrica 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

Convective weather event with thunder, lightning, precipitation and possible severe turbulence.

Operational example

Tower: Avoid thunderstorm at two o’clock five miles west; heavy precipitation and lightning present.

Localized term

tormenta eléctrica

Localized example

Evite tormenta eléctrica a las dos y cinco millas al oeste; precipitación intensa y relámpagos presentes.

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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