Practice question

In clear air turbulence (CAT) encounters at high altitude near the jet stream, what temperature trend usually indicates that an aircraft is crossing the core of the jet stream?

  1. A rapid change in static air temperature (horizontal thermal gradient)
  2. Constant air temperature
  3. A steady decrease in air pressure only
  4. Rapid moisture condensation

Answer: A — A rapid change in static air temperature (horizontal thermal gradient)

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