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Turbulence and Airmass Fronts Quiz

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Where is Turbulence associated with Airmass Fronts most likely located?

At the Frontal Boundary (correct)

Within the Warmer Portion of the Front

Within the Colder Portion of the Front

Behind the surface position of a Cold Front, and Ahead of a Warm Front

Why is Turbulence often associated with the Top of an Inversion Layer?

Because of the mechanical turbulence generated by terrain near the top of the Inversion layer

Because of the convection currents at the top of the Inversion layer

Because winds blowing at the top of the Inversion layer cause turbulent eddies as they interact with the stable layer below (correct)

Because of the often violent updrafts and downdrafts within the Inversion

Why may Light Turbulence be detrimental to Aircraft Operations?

Due to distraction and making routine tasks more difficult (correct)

Due to the inability to read the Aircraft Instruments

Due to possible structural damage when flying above Va (Maneuvering Speed), but below Vno (Maximum Structural Cruising Speed)

Due to possible structural damage when flying below Vno (Maximum Structural Cruising Speed)

Why do Thunderstorms produce Severe and Extreme Turbulence?

Because they have strong Windshear associated. Signup and view all the answers

What effect does Airspeed have on the way an Aircraft Reacts to Turbulence?

An airplane wing is capable of producing much more lift at higher airspeeds, resulting in large changes in lift when the angle of attack changes on the wing due to a shift in the relative wind. Signup and view all the answers

How can a pilot avoid the most turbulent parts of the Atmosphere when the atmosphere is moist enough to form clouds due to convective lifting action?

By remaining above the bases of the Cumulus clouds, and inside of the clouds themselves. Signup and view all the answers

How can a pilot avoid encountering turbulence associated with mountain wave activity?

Avoid flying below the bases of Altocumulus Standing Lenticular (ACSL) clouds Signup and view all the answers

What is a sign that a pilot is encountering moderate turbulence?

They feel definite strain against their seatbelts, and unsecure objects become dislodged Signup and view all the answers

How would a pilot know they are flying in an area with low Specific Heat Capacity surfaces?

Flying on the Downwind side of obstructions to the wind Signup and view all the answers

Why does a heavier aircraft react differently to turbulence compared to a lighter aircraft?

Heavier Aircraft are NOT affected by Turbulence as much as Lighter Aircraft, due to their greater Inertia Signup and view all the answers

What action should a pilot take to avoid the worst turbulence associated with mountain wave activity?