How do I get a complete weather briefing?

The FAA has established a universal toll-free telephone number for FSSs: 1–800–WX–BRIEF (1–800–992–7433). Before contacting Flight Service, you should have the general route of flight worked out. When you reach Flight Service, you will first hear a recorded announcement, followed by instructions.



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There are three types of weather briefings you can request: A Standard briefing, Outlook briefing, or Abbreviated Briefing. A standard briefing is requested for flights that are due to depart within six hours, and requires the following information: Type of flight (VFR or IFR).

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Standard Briefing. - A standard briefing provides a complete weather picture and is the most detailed of all briefings. The phone number for LEIDOS Flight Service Station is (800) 992-7433. You can also get a Standard Briefing on the internet at http://www.1800WXBRIEF.com/ but you must have a login account.

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Yes. When you generate a preflight briefing by tapping the Briefing button at the top of the Flights view, ForeFlight stores the resulting briefing for up to 120 days. The briefing can serve as proof that you have met the required weather and NOTAM briefing regulations stated under 14 CFR 91.103.

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Standard Briefing Current Conditions: When your proposed time of departure is within two hours, a summary of the current weather, including Pilot Weather Reports (PIREPs) and radar weather information applicable to your planned flight.

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Meteorological Aerodrome Report (METAR), also known as Meteorological Terminal Aviation Routine Weather Report, Meteorological Terminal Air Report or Meteorological Airfield Report is a format for reporting weather information.

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