Weather servicesQuestion 364 of 934

What is a SPECI?

  1. A forecast issued every six hours for large airports
  2. A pilot report of severe icing along the route
  3. An amended terminal forecast for a large airport
  4. A special METAR issued between routine reports
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Correct answer: A special METAR issued between routine reports

A SPECI updates the METAR for rapidly changing weather, aircraft mishaps, or other critical information.

Source: Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25C), Chapter 13: Aviation Weather Services — Aviation Weather Reports, page 316

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026