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AA.I.D.R4FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Risk management

Turbulence at high altitude.

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Turbulence at high altitude.

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Turbulence and Winds–Severe turbulence aloft, although not common, can result in loss of control and may lead to aircraft structural failure.

FAA references

  1. AC 61-107, para. 3-3 — AC No: 61-107B
  2. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-7) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  3. AFH ch. 16 (p. 16-6) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. AC 61-107, para. 1-4 — AC No: 61-107B
  5. AFH ch. 5, Academic Material (Knowledge and Risk Management) (p. 5-6) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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