Aviation Weather Handbook FAA-H-8083-28A (Color Print)

This is a fixed-layout version. Released in December 2024, this is the 2nd edition of the FAA Aviation Weather Handbook. Suffix "A" was added to make it FAA-H-8083-28A. This handbook cancels and supersedes FAA-H-8083-28 (2022), Aviation Weather Handbook, dated November 25, 2022, and contains several changes and updates. While this revision contains updated information, it retains the organization and same order of presentation in earlier editions. Some updates to graphics and editorial wording changes have been made for clarity or consistency. The Aviation Weather Handbook FAA-H-8083-28A consolidates the weather information from the following advisory circulars (AC) into one source document. By doing this, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) intends to streamline access to the FAA’s weather documentation for users of the National Airspace System (NAS). The following AC's are now canceled: AC 00-6, Aviation Weather AC 00-24, Thunderstorms AC 00-30, Clear Air Turbulence Avoidance AC 00-45, Aviation Weather Services AC 00-54, Pilot Windshear Guide AC 00-57, Hazardous Mountain Winds This handbook is designed as a technical reference for all who operate in the National Airspace System (NAS). Pilots, dispatchers, and operators will find this handbook a valuable resource for flight planning and decision making. The Aviation Weather Handbook FAA-H-8083-28A conforms to pilot weather training and certification concepts established by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The discussion and explanations reflect the most commonly used weather products and information. View Less