📘 Meteorology for PPL Pilots – Free MetService Manual (Edition 2, 2019)

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:blue_book: Meteorology for PPL Pilots – Free MetService Manual (Edition 2, 2019)

MetService has published a comprehensive guide titled Meteorology for PPL Pilots – Edition 2 (2019). This manual is designed to help student pilots prepare for the PPL Meteorology exam and support safe, informed flying in New Zealand’s diverse weather conditions.

:inbox_tray: Download the full PDF (7MB):
:backhand_index_pointing_right: Meteorology for PPL Pilots – Edition 2 (2019)

:open_book: What’s Inside?

This 162-page manual aligns with the CAA’s Subject No. 8 syllabus and includes:

  • Decoding aviation weather reports: METAR, TAF, SPECI, GRAFOR, GNZSIGWX, etc.
  • Weather systems: Fronts, troughs, anticyclones, and wind flow around them.
  • Mountain flying: Terrain-induced turbulence, lee waves, and cloud types.
  • Clouds & precipitation: Visual cues and implications for flight.
  • Hazards: Turbulence, wind shear, and fog.
  • Tools: Using MetFlight GA and interpreting aviation weather products.

:white_check_mark: Usage & Acknowledgement

This resource is shared by MetService New Zealand for educational purposes. Use is permitted for personal study only. Redistribution or commercial use is not allowed without prior consent from MetService.

:books: Original Source:
:link: MetService Learning Centre – Meteorology for PPL Pilots