Glossar
Flugwetter
Jetstream (Jet Stream)
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Definition
A narrow band of strong winds (100-200 kt) at high altitudes affecting flight times and routing
Verwandte Begriffe
Klarluft-Turbulenz (CAT: Clear Air Turbulence)
Turbulence occurring in cloudless areas, often near jet streams, invisible to radar
Große Kreisroute (GCR: Great Circle Route)
The shortest path between two points on the Earth's surface, commonly used in long-haul aviation
Gegenwind (Headwind)
A wind blowing directly opposite to the direction of aircraft travel, reducing ground speed
Rückenwind (Tailwind)
A wind blowing in the same direction as the aircraft's travel, increasing ground speed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jetstream (Jet Stream)?
A narrow band of strong winds (100-200 kt) at high altitudes affecting flight times and routing
How does Jetstream (Jet Stream) relate to other aviation concepts?
Jetstream (Jet Stream) is closely related to Clear Air Turbulence and Great Circle Route, among other key aviation concepts.
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Wolkendecke (Ceiling)
Klarluft-Turbulenz (CAT: Clear Air Turbulence)
Seitenwind (Crosswind)
Nebel (Fog)
Gegenwind (Headwind)
Vereisung (Icing)
METAR (METAR)
Pilotenbericht (PIREP: Pilot Report)
QNH (QNH)
SIGMET (SIGMET)
Rückenwind (Tailwind)
Flugplatzwettervorhersage (TAF) (TAF: Terminal Aerodrome Forecast)
Gewitter (Cumulonimbus) (CB: Thunderstorm (Cumulonimbus))
Turbulenzen (Turbulence)
Sichtbarkeit (VIS: Visibility)
Vulkanische Aschewolke (Volcanic Ash Cloud)
Windscherung (Wind Shear)