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PA.I.C.K2bFAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Knowledge

b. Surface Analysis Chart, Ceiling and Visibility Chart (CVA)

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b. Surface Analysis Chart, Ceiling and Visibility Chart (CVA)

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Surface analysis shows the broad weather pattern; ceiling-and-visibility analysis helps locate current low-condition areas.

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  1. AIM Chapter 7, Section 1 — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
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