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getTerminalHazards

Return active ITWS terminal hazards at an airport — microburst, wind shear, gust front, echo top — with intensity, runway and max wind.

ProblemWhat it solves

The problem this tool solves

ITWS life-safety alerts decide go/no-go in convective weather. The Copilot surfaces them immediately.

Example interaction

Pilot asks

Any terminal wind shear alerts at KDFW right now?

Copilot responds

ITWS: MICROBURST alert −25 kt on final RWY 18R, gust front moving NE 20 kt. Strong recommendation to hold or divert.

RegulationCited reference

Related FAR

AC 00-54 (Pilot Wind Shear Guide)

Try getTerminalHazards in the Copilot

The Copilot reaches for this tool whenever the conversation calls for it.