FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Practice Exam

What is an Amended TAF?

1. A regularly scheduled TAF

2. A TAF issued for a different location

3. A modification made when current conditions change significantly

4. An outdated weather report

The correct answer is: A modification made when current conditions change significantly

An Amended TAF is specifically a modification made to the existing Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) when there are significant changes in weather conditions that would affect flight operations. TAFs provide essential weather information for flight planning and are typically issued every 6 hours. However, if there are developments in weather patterns, such as sudden shifts in wind direction, visibility changes, or the appearance of severe weather, an amendment to the TAF is warranted to ensure that pilots and dispatchers have the most current and relevant data. The importance of Amended TAFs lies in their ability to enhance safety and operational efficiency by updating forecasts that may no longer reflect the predicted conditions accurately. In contrast, regularly scheduled TAFs provide routine updates based on the standard issuance times, while TAFs issued for different locations would not meet the criteria for an amendment. Additionally, an outdated weather report does not pertain to the concept of an amended TAF, since amendments are made to ensure timeliness and relevance.