Radar echoes of a storm at John F. Kennedy International Airport are examined. Results regarding the phenomena presented suggest the existence of downburst cells. These cells are characterized by spearhead echoes. About 2% of the echoes in the New York area were spearhead echoes. The detection and identification of downburst cells, their potential hazard to approaching and landing aircraft, and communication of this information to the pilots of those aircraft are discussed.


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    Title :

    Spearhead echo and downburst near the approach end of a John F. Kennedy Airport runway, New York City


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    Publication date :

    1976-03-01


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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