Properties of the Atmosphere and Air Temperature

This lesson introduces the composition, layers and characteristics of the atmosphere; how heat is transferred; how temperature variation is affected by various means; and atmospheric pressure and density.

Atmospheric Moisture and Condensation

This lesson introduces concepts of atmospheric moisture and the states of moisture in the atmosphere.

Stability, Cloud Development and Precipitation

This lesson introduces the concepts of stability in the atmosphere; how stability relates to cloud development; lifting mechanisms; different types of clouds and precipitation; and icing and its threat to flight operations.

Atmosphere in Motion

This lesson introduces the forces that produce winds, the factors that affect wind generation and varieties of wind.

Air Masses and Fronts

This lesson introduces the terminology, classification and characteristics of air masses and fronts.

Thunderstorms, Low-Level Windshear and Microbursts

This lesson introduces the thunderstorms, specifically, their life cycle, types and hazards to flight operations.

Surface Observation Reports

This lesson introduces Aviation Routine Weather Reports (METARs), the elements of the METAR and how to interpret them.

Upper-Air Observation Reports

This lesson introduces upper-air observations, Pilot Weather Reports (PIREPs) and Radar Weather Reports (SD).

Textual Aviation Weather Forecasts

This lesson introduces text forecasts; their format, proper interpretation and location.

Graphical Aviation Weather Observations and Forecasts

This lesson introduces graphical aviation weather observation and forecast charts; their format, proper interpretation and location.

Windshear and Microburst Review

This lesson reviews windshear hazards, illustrates proper detection and avoidance and escape maneuvers for single engine aircraft.