Hazard avoidance, Turbulence – Garmin G1000 Socata TBM 850 User Manual
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TURBULENCE
Turbulence data (Figure 6-39) identifies the potential for erratic movement of high-altitude air mass
associated winds. Turbulence is classified as light, moderate, severe or extreme, at altitudes between 21,000
and 45,000 feet.Turbulence data is intended to supplement AIRMETs and SIGMETs.
Displaying Turbulence data:
1)
Select the Weather Data Link Page.
2)
Select the MORE WX Softkey.
3)
Select the TURB Softkey.
4)
Select the desired altitude level: 21,000 feet up to 45,000 feet. Select the NEXT or PREV Softkey to cycle
through the altitude softkeys. The TURB Softkey label changes to reflect the altitude selected.
Figure 6-39 Turbulence Data at 30,000 Feet
Severe
Turbulence
Moderate
Turbulence
Light
Turbulence
To display the Turbulence legend (Figure 6-40), select the LEGEND Softkey when Turbulence is selected
for display.
Figure 6-40 Turbulence Legend