Meteorology

rafale

A sudden, brief increase in wind speed, typically varying with rapid fluctuations.

Quick answer: A sudden, brief increase in wind speed, typically varying with rapid fluctuations.

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Quick answer

A sudden, brief increase in wind speed, typically varying with rapid fluctuations.

Why it matters

rafale 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 rafale?

In this glossary, rafale refers to: A sudden, brief increase in wind speed, typically varying with rapid fluctuations.

How is rafale used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Vent du 270 à 15 nœuds, rafales à 25, piste 27 autorisée à l’atterrissage."

Why does rafale matter in aviation?

rafale 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 rafale?

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

What category does rafale belong to?

In this glossary, rafale 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, brief increase in wind speed, typically varying with rapid fluctuations.

Operational example

Tower: Wind 270 at 15 knots, gusting 25, runway 27 cleared to land.

Localized term

rafale

Localized example

Vent du 270 à 15 nœuds, rafales à 25, piste 27 autorisée à l’atterrissage.

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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