weather servicesFAA-published sample question (ATS, Aug 2021)
What is indicated by the following report? TYR UUA/OV TYR180015/TM 1757/FL310/TP B737/TB MOD-SEV CAT 350-390
A
An urgent pilot report for moderate to severe clear air turbulence.✓ Correct Answer
B
A routine pilot report for overcast conditions from flight levels 350-390.
C
A special METAR issued on the 18th day of the month at 1757Z.
Explanation
UUA identifies an urgent pilot report; this one, over TYR at FL310 from a B737, reports moderate to severe clear air turbulence (TB MOD-SEV CAT) between FL350 and FL390. UA would be routine, and it is not a METAR.
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