Meteorology

cizalladura del viento

A sudden change in wind speed and/or direction over a short distance, hazardous during takeoff and landing.

Quick answer: A sudden change in wind speed and/or direction over a short distance, hazardous during takeoff and landing.

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Quick answer

A sudden change in wind speed and/or direction over a short distance, hazardous during takeoff and landing.

Why it matters

cizalladura del viento 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 cizalladura del viento?

In this glossary, cizalladura del viento refers to: A sudden change in wind speed and/or direction over a short distance, hazardous during takeoff and landing.

How is cizalladura del viento used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Alerta de cizalladura en aproximación a pista 34, espere variaciones bruscas de velocidad bajo 800 pies."

Why does cizalladura del viento matter in aviation?

cizalladura del viento 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 cizalladura del viento?

cizalladura del viento is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does cizalladura del viento belong to?

In this glossary, cizalladura del viento 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 sudden change in wind speed and/or direction over a short distance, hazardous during takeoff and landing.

Operational example

Tower: Windshear alert in effect on approach runway 34, expect sudden airspeed fluctuations below 800 feet.

Localized term

cizalladura del viento

Localized example

Alerta de cizalladura en aproximación a pista 34, espere variaciones bruscas de velocidad bajo 800 pies.

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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