Garmin G1000 Socata TBM 850 - Manual (Page 334)

Garmin G1000 Pilot’s Guide for the Socata TBM 850 190-00709-02 Rev. B 320
HAZARD AVOIDANCE
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TAF (Terminal Area Forecast) is the standard format for 24-hour weather forecasts. TAFs may contain some
METAR data, but generally cover a smaller area. It typically forecasts significant weather changes, temporary
changes, probable changes, and expected changes in weather conditions.
METAR and TAF text are displayed on the Weather Information Page. METAR data is displayed first in a
decoded fashion, then as raw text. TAF information is displayed only in its raw form.
Displaying METAR and TAF text:
1) On the Weather Data Link Page, select the METAR Softkey.
2) Select the RANGE Knob and pan to the desired airport.
3) Press the ENT Key. The Weather Information Page is shown with METAR and TAF text.
4) Use the FMS Knob or the ENT Key to scroll through the METAR and TAF text. METAR text is placed ahead of
the TAF text.
5) Press the FMS Knob or the CLR Key to return to the Weather Data Link Page.
Or :
1) Select the Weather Information Page.
2) Select the WX Softkey to select the Weather Information Page.
3) Press the FMS Knob to display the cursor.
4) Using the FMS Knob, enter the desired airport and press the ENT Key.
5) Scroll through the METAR and TAF text with the FMS Knob or the ENT Key. Scroll through all of the METAR
text to get to the TAF text.