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Old 3rd Aug 2018, 07:42
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73qanda
 
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I recall from my Aviation Met book from years gone by that TS generally move in the direction of the 10,000ft wind...
in the USA the 18,000 winds are called the “steering winds” of storm systems.
Thanks for the replies everyone. The above responses are along the lines of what I’m seeking in that I am picturing small coastal systems effecting the airfield rather than cold front storms or large depressions.
ie, If I can see a line of cells 10nm west of the field on my radar while I’m holding and the surface wind is westerly, the 10,000ft wind forecast as northerly.....does that generally mean a SE direction of travel?
I understand every situation is different etc, just seeking others ideas, experience.
Thanks again
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