Flight Planning

1. Take a look first at the Potential Flight Distance (PFD). You'll get a fast and yet detailed overview of the usability of the entire day and favorable task setting.
2. If this chart looks OK, take a look at the surface charts, which show weather fronts and pressure areas.
3. You can then consult the Thermals map for different hours. It shows the development of updrafts, blue thermals or cumulus clouds and significant weather phenomena as thunderstorms.
4. The cloud distribution models a picture from outer space and indicates several cloud formations.
5. The satellite picture is an almost real-time, true picture from outer space. It reveals fog and low stratus cover or other cloud cover which may be different to the model forecasts.
6. Finally, take a look at the wind fields.