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Which pairing correctly matches a product to whether it is an observation or a forecast?
- A.METAR is a forecast and TAF is an observation
- B.METAR is an observation and TAF is a forecast
- C.Both METAR and TAF are forecasts for the next 24 hours
Correct answer
B. METAR is an observation and TAF is a forecast
Why
A METAR reports what was observed at a station at a stated time. A TAF predicts what is expected at that airport during its valid period, so the two are used together before a flight.
Source: FAA-G-8082-22 Ch. 3 · ACS knowledge area: Aviation Weather Sources and Effects · From the Aviation Weather practice bank (WEA-036).