Hautbefall
Hautbefall, also known as high-velocity, high-altitude wind shear, is a severe weather phenomenon characterized by a rapid change in wind speed and direction with altitude. This phenomenon is typically associated with thunderstorms and can occur at any time of the year. Hautbefall is particularly dangerous to aviation due to the sudden and extreme changes in wind speed and direction, which can cause aircraft to lose control.
The wind shear can cause significant turbulence, which can be felt by pilots and passengers as a
Pilots are trained to recognize the signs of hautbefall, which include sudden changes in airspeed, altitude,
Hautbefall is most commonly encountered by pilots flying in the vicinity of thunderstorms, particularly in the