Making Media with Drones 3-8-23

The abbreviations CLR, FEW, SCT, BKN, AND OVC in a METAR indicate

• Precipitation.

• Cloud cover.

• Obstructions to visibility.

According to today’s weather forecast, there will be a ceiling at 700 feet. Knowing this, up to what altitude are you allowed to fly your drone?

• 500 feet AGL

• 400 feet AGL

• 200 feet AGL

(Refer to Figure 12.) What are the current conditions for Chicago Midway Airport (KMDW)?

• Sky 7000 feet overcast, visibility 1-1/2SM, heavy rain.

• Sky 700 feet overcast, visibility 1-1/2SM, rain.

• Sky 700 feet overcast, visibility 11, occasionally 2SM, with rain.

(Refer to Figure 15.) What is the wind speed and direction indicated in the TAF for Memphis International Airport (KMEM) reported at 1720Z?

• Wind source from the northwest, 20 knots

• Wind source from the south-southwest, 12 knots

• Wind source from southeast, 8 knots

(Refer to Figure 15) During the time period from 0600Z to 0800Z, what visibility is forecast for KOKC?

• Greater than 6 statute miles

• Possibly 6 statute miles

• Not forecasted