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(Refer to figure 17.) What wind is forecast for STL at 9,000 feet?
FAA Figure 17Winds and temperatures aloft forecast (FB)FAA-CT-8080-2H · Sport, Recreational, Private & Remote Pilot supplement
A
230° true at 32 knots.✓ Correct Answer
B
230° true at 25 knots.
C
230° magnetic at 25 knots.
Explanation
In the Figure 17 forecast the STL group under 9,000 feet is 2332+02: wind from 230 degrees true at 32 knots, temperature +2 degrees C. Winds aloft forecasts are always referenced to true north and given in knots; 25 knots is the STL value at 6,000 feet (2325).
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