Air report
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-003387
A meteorological report issued by an aircraft in flight, providing real-time observations of atmospheric conditions encountered along its route. These reports, often abbreviated as AIREPs, include data on wind speed and direction, temperature, turbulence, and icing. AIREPs are transmitted to ground stations and disseminated to other aircraft and meteorological centers to update weather forecasts and aviation advisories.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-003387 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| Abbreviation | AIREP |
| See also | Pilot report |
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