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“Z AIRMET” is for Icing AIRMET
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“S AIRMET” is for an IFR condition, such as a
mountain obstruction
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“Other” is for other types of AIRMETs
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“No Warn. Area” is to turn off all SIGMETs and
AIRMETs
These are collectively known as Warning Boxes and are
displayed as color coded outlines of the affected area.
Refer to the Legend for a description of the color coding.
Echo Tops
Echo Tops indicate the location, elevation, and direction
the highest radar echo. This is typically associated with
storms. This may not indicate the top of a storm or clouds,
only the highest radar return echo. Refer to the Legend for
a description of the Echo Tops coding.
Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs)
Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) indicate areas
where flight restrictions have been imposed. They are
depicted as areas with reddish-brown outlines and a
cross-hatch pattern. The area may also contain the TFR
identifier. The TFR identifier includes the TFR number
and upper altitude.
US or Canadian Weather Radar
This option is only available when subscribed to both
radar products. WSI offers subscriptions for US and
Canadian radar data. Because of differences in radar
technology, both data types cannot be displayed at the
same time. When subscribed to both weather radar
products, you can alternate between the two with the
Overlay option.
Menu Options for Overlay Page 2
1. Press the
OVRL
function key to allow selection of the
Overlay choices when viewing the Graphical WX
option.
2. Press
MENU/ENTER
to display menu items for the
Overlay.
Press
MAIN MENU
to return to the Main Menu.
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