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Turbulence

Intensity Aircraft Reaction Symbol
Light Loose objects in aircraft remain at rest. light turbulencesymbol
Moderate Unsecured objects are dislodged. Occupants feel definite strains against seat belts and shoulder straps. moderate turbulencesymbol
Severe Occupants thrown violently against seat belts. Momentary loss of aircraft control. Unsecured objects tossed about. severe turbulencesymbol
Extreme Aircraft is tossed violently about, impossible to control. May cause structural damage. extreme turbulencesymbol

Icing

Intensity Aircraft Reaction Symbol
Trace Ice becomes perceptible. Rate of accumulation slightly greater than sublimation. Deicing/anti-icing equipment is not used unless encountered for an extended period of time (over 1 hour). trace ice symbol
Light The rate of accumulation may create a problem if flight is prolonged in this environment (over 1 hour). Occasional use of deicing/anti-icing equipment removes or prevents accumulation. It does not present a problem if this equipment is used. light ice symbol
Moderate The rate of accumulation is such that even short encounters become potentially hazardous, and use of deicing/anti-icing equipment or diversion is necessary. moderate ice symbol
Severe The rate of accumulation is such that deicing/anti-icing equipment fails to reduce or control the hazard. Immediate diversion is necessary. severe ice symbol
 
 
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