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Scenario 32: The abbreviation 'CAVOK' in a METAR (Aviation Routine Weather Report) means:

CAVOK stands for 'Ceiling And Visibility OK'. It indicates that there are no clouds below 5,000 feet or below the highest minimum sector altitude (whichever is

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Question: Scenario 32: The abbreviation 'CAVOK' in a METAR (Aviation Routine Weather Report) means:

Answer options: ✅ Cloud And Visibility OK - no significant weather, good visibility, and no low clouds.

  • Ceiling And Visibility OK - specifically regarding instrument flight rules.
  • Clouds Above Vapour OK - indicating a clear sky above a thin haze layer.
  • Caution Avoid Very Obstruction Kites - a warning for specific airspace.

Correct answer: Cloud And Visibility OK - no significant weather, good visibility, and no low clouds.

Explanation: CAVOK stands for 'Ceiling And Visibility OK'. It indicates that there are no clouds below 5,000 feet or below the highest minimum sector altitude (whichever is greater), visibility is 10 km or more, and there is no significant weather phenomena. The correct answer is "Cloud And Visibility OK - no significant weather, good visibility, and no low clouds.". This capacity-fill scenario 32 reinforces the same competency for the ppl-canada bank and follows the certified explanation standard.

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