Originally Posted by
Re-entry
They also grow rapidly. So by the time you reach the cell, it might be well above you. The 'rule of thumb' is thus of limited practical use.
So I concur, give them a wide berth.
Company gave us a booklet with radar tips. Had the formula in it. Cool, a way to finally figure out how high the tops are.
Coming back from Europe across Canada. Storm ahead. We both start playing with the radar. "How high did you figure?" Both within about 2000' of each other.
Then we fly by the storm. It's way above us.
Booklet goes in the trash...