Tropical Weather and Aviation Hazards Quiz

Which of the following is a key difference between tropical and mid-latitude weather systems?

• Tropical weather systems are primarily driven by temperature gradients, while mid-latitude systems are driven by moisture content.

• Tropical weather systems are primarily driven by moisture content, while mid-latitude systems are driven by temperature gradients.

• Both tropical and mid-latitude weather systems are driven by temperature gradients.

• Both tropical and mid-latitude weather systems are driven by moisture content.

Which aviation hazard is most commonly associated with tropical thunderstorms?

• Airframe icing at FL390

• Clear air turbulence in the CB anvil

• Low level Wind-shear

• Volcanic ash

In which type of weather condition is ice crystal icing most likely to occur?

• Clear skies in mid-latitude regions

• Thunderstorms in tropical regions

• Low visibility conditions in mid-latitude regions

• Hailstorms in tropical regions

Which of the following is a common cause of low visibility in tropical regions that pilots must be aware of?

• Snowfall

• Volcanic ash

• Heavy rainfall

• Fog

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of tropical cyclones?

• They form over cold ocean waters.

• They have a well-defined eye.

• They are driven by temperature gradients.

• They are most common in mid-latitude regions.

Wind shear in tropical regions is most commonly associated with which weather phenomenon?

• Clear skies

• Thunderstorms

• Snowfall

• Volcanic eruptions

Under which conditions is airframe icing least likely to occur?

• Flying through tropical thunderstorms

• Flying at high altitudes in CB of tropical regions

• Flying through volcanic ash clouds

• Flying in clear air at high altitudes in tropical regions

Clear air turbulence is most likely to be encountered in which of the following scenarios?

• Near the equator at low altitudes

• In the vicinity of tropical cyclones

• At high altitudes in the jet stream

• During heavy rainfall in tropical regions

Which of the following is a significant hazard associated with thunderstorms in tropical regions?

• Volcanic ash

• Hail

• Snowfall

• Ice crystal icing at FL180

Which type of precipitation is most commonly associated with tropical weather systems?

• Snow

• Sleet

• Heavy rain

• Freezing rain