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Meteorology

热带气旋重要气象信息（SIGMET）

A SIGMET issued for a tropical cyclone within or approaching an FIR, including observed or forecast TC position, extent of associated cumulonimbus clouds, movement and intensity.

Quick answer: A SIGMET issued for a tropical cyclone within or approaching an FIR, including observed or forecast TC position, extent of associated cumulonimbus clouds, movement and intensity.

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Quick answer

A SIGMET issued for a tropical cyclone within or approaching an FIR, including observed or forecast TC position, extent of associated cumulonimbus clouds, movement and intensity.

Why it matters

热带气旋重要气象信息（SIGMET） 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 热带气旋重要气象信息（SIGMET）?

In this glossary, 热带气旋重要气象信息（SIGMET） refers to: A SIGMET issued for a tropical cyclone within or approaching an FIR, including observed or forecast TC position, extent of associated cumulonimbus clouds, movement and intensity.

How is 热带气旋重要气象信息（SIGMET） used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "空管：发布热带气旋SIGMET05，目标TC Annie接近FL100；提供积雨云范围及移动信息。"

Why does 热带气旋重要气象信息（SIGMET） matter in aviation?

热带气旋重要气象信息（SIGMET） 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 热带气旋重要气象信息（SIGMET）?

热带气旋重要气象信息（SIGMET） is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does 热带气旋重要气象信息（SIGMET） belong to?

In this glossary, 热带气旋重要气象信息（SIGMET） 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 SIGMET issued for a tropical cyclone within or approaching an FIR, including observed or forecast TC position, extent of associated cumulonimbus clouds, movement and intensity.

Operational example

ATC: Tropical Cyclone SIGMET 05 issued for TC Annie approaching FL100; cumulonimbus extent and motion provided.

Localized term

热带气旋重要气象信息（SIGMET）

Localized example

空管：发布热带气旋SIGMET05，目标TC Annie接近FL100；提供积雨云范围及移动信息。

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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