Meteorology

湍流

Irregular atmospheric motion caused by eddies and vertical currents, affecting aircraft stability, comfort, and sometimes control.

Quick answer: Irregular atmospheric motion caused by eddies and vertical currents, affecting aircraft stability, comfort, and sometimes control.

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Quick answer

Irregular atmospheric motion caused by eddies and vertical currents, affecting aircraft stability, comfort, and sometimes control.

Why it matters

湍流 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

What is 湍流?

In this glossary, 湍流 refers to: Irregular atmospheric motion caused by eddies and vertical currents, affecting aircraft stability, comfort, and sometimes control.

How is 湍流 used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "由于风切变,预计FL100至FL160爬升过程中有中等湍流。"

Why does 湍流 matter in aviation?

湍流 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 湍流?

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

What category does 湍流 belong to?

In this glossary, 湍流 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

Irregular atmospheric motion caused by eddies and vertical currents, affecting aircraft stability, comfort, and sometimes control.

Operational example

Tower: Expect moderate turbulence in the climb between FL100 and FL160 due to wind shear.

Localized term

湍流

Localized example

由于风切变,预计FL100至FL160爬升过程中有中等湍流。

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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