Meteorology

raffica

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

raffica 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 raffica?

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

How is raffica used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Vento 270 a 15 nodi, raffiche a 25, pista 27 autorizzata all'atterraggio."

Why does raffica matter in aviation?

raffica 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 raffica?

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

What category does raffica belong to?

In this glossary, raffica 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

raffica

Localized example

Vento 270 a 15 nodi, raffiche a 25, pista 27 autorizzata all'atterraggio.

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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