ADS-B Quiz for Pilots: Test Your Datalink Weather Knowledge
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The free datalink weather component of the ADS-B network has been a big hit with iPad pilots flying with portable ADS-B receivers. Test your knowledge of the system components and limitations in our latest quiz.
How often is the regional ADS-B radar imagery updated?
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ADS-B weather is broadcast over which frequency band?
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Which of the following is not available over the ADS-B weather datalink?
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You must be equipped with an ADS-B OUT transponder in order to receive ADS-B weather.
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What is the coverage area for U.S. ADS-B weather reception?
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What is the official term for the datalink weather component of ADS-B?
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How far out in front of your present position will you see the high-resolution regional radar imagery?
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You are required to have ADS-B IN weather reception capability when flying in Class B and C airspace.
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From a practial perspective, can you receive the ADS-B weather broadcast when flying at high altitudes?
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Are you an ADS-B weather expert?
You got out of 9 right!
For more information about portable ADS-B receivers, check out this detailed comparison here in our buyer’s guide.
I just wanted to say how much I enjoy the pop quizzes you send out. They’re like a quick preflight check for the brain—fun, engaging, and a great way to stay mentally sharp. I think it’s an excellent way to keep our minds in the flight deck, even when we’re not flying. Keep them coming—they’re a great tool for staying connected to aviation in a fun and meaningful way!
This was a very good quiz and I got so many wrong. I know nothing about ADS-B. I have never seen it or used it, but I can see the great value of ADS-B. I am now retired now more than 20 years. I do miss flying. My big mistake, now in hindsight, was not to keep my flight instructors certificate up to date through the years while working in my airline career. I would love to be an instructor now, and pass on those things I have learned that would be beneficial to others.
I always do very well on the second attempt. Great learning tool.
It’s Gulf of America
Not on any real map.
It’s still Gulf of Mexico.
Russ… You’re joking. Right???
Love it Russ!
These quizzes are interesting and a great learning tool. I was wondering about the Gulf name.
This was a nice fun little quiz. I like these
I do really enjoy the quizzes, I take as many as I see. Great refreshers with just enough information to make it useful.
Keep them coming!
Excellent
Good link
For the comment on Which of the following is not available over the ADS-B weather datalink? Don’t forget Icing, Forecast Potential (FIP), which is one of the most valuable features in winter flying IMHO.
The quiz was super fun, and very informative. A good knowledge recap.