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What information does an AWOS broadcast provide?
- A.Live radar images of surrounding traffic
- B.Instructions for aircraft in an emergency
- C.Automated surface weather reports such as wind, visibility, and altimeter setting
Correct answer
C. Automated surface weather reports such as wind, visibility, and altimeter setting
Why
AWOS automatically broadcasts observed weather elements including wind, temperature, visibility, and altimeter setting on a published frequency or by phone. It carries no traffic radar or emergency instructions.
Source: FAA-G-8082-22 Ch. 7 · ACS knowledge area: Radio Communication Procedures · From the Airspace & Flight Restrictions practice bank (AIR-081).