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How does a wind cone (wind sock) help a pilot judge conditions at an airport?
- A.It points in the direction the wind is blowing toward and hangs or extends with wind strength
- B.It always points north when the wind is calm
- C.It shows the direction of the active runway only
Correct answer
A. It points in the direction the wind is blowing toward and hangs or extends with wind strength
Why
A wind cone swings to point downwind and extends more fully as wind speed rises. Reading it gives a quick picture of both wind direction and approximate strength at the surface.
Source: FAA-G-8082-22 Ch. 11 · ACS knowledge area: Airport Operations · From the Loading, Performance & Airport Operations practice bank (PER-066).