Quiz: Weather theory for pilots
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There is one constant in aviation that affects every flight, no matter if you’re flying as a student pilot in the practice area or flying for the airlines from coast to coast – the weather. Developing a sound knowledge of weather theory is critical in the early phases of flight training to assist with making the important go/no-go decision. Take our latest quiz and test your knowledge of the fundamentals of weather theory.
What is meant by the term "dewpoint?"
![What is meant by the term](https://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/05181952/80406500.jpg)
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One weather phenomenon which will always occur when flying across a front is a change in the
![One weather phenomenon which will always occur when flying across a front is a change in the](https://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/05171616/Screen-Shot-2019-11-12-at-4.13.02-PM.png)
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The suffix "nimbus," used in naming clouds, means
![The suffix](https://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/05181944/Nimbostratus_and_air_current.jpg)
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What measurement can be used to determine the stability of the atmosphere?
![What measurement can be used to determine the stability of the atmosphere?](https://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/05181940/Screen-Shot-2016-01-28-at-12.23.38-PM.png)
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Steady precipitation preceding a front is an indication of
![Steady precipitation preceding a front is an indication of](https://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/05181948/1_See_It.jpg)
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Basic weather quiz
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Want to learn more about aviation weather theory? Check out Sporty’s Learn To Fly Course for more in-depth training on this subject.
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