Refer to figure.
An aircraft is planned to fly from Nairobi (N', approximately 1°S, 37ºE) to Manila ('M', approximately 15°N,121°E).
Assuming the track follows the straight line depicted on the chart, and the cruising FL increases from initially FL370 to
FL490 halfway through the flight, where along the route is it most likely to encounter a high concentration of hazardous
ice crystals?

Question

Accepted Answer

Clear for the first 1500 NM or so and then likely for the rest of the cruise.

Answer

It is NOT expected to encounter a high concentration at cruising altitude on this route.

Answer

At cruising altitude for the last 600 NM before descent.

Answer

At cruising altitude for the first 600 NM after initial climb.

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Refer to figure. An aircraft is planned to fly from Nairobi (N', approximately 1...

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