plan position indicator

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-002046",
  "term": "plan position indicator",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "An acronym for Plan Position Indicator. A PPI displays radar data horizontally using a map projection. In PPI mode, the radar makes a 360-degree sweep with the antenna at a specific elevation angle. A PPI display is the familiar radar display shown on the television weather programs.",
  "abbreviation": "PPI",
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/plan-position-indicator/"
}