6 โ›… Meteorology

6.1 The Atmosphere

6.1.1 Composition

The atmosphere of the Earth is composed of nitrogen (78%), oxygen (21%), argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (0.04%) and trace gases.

6.1.2 The ICAO Standard Atmosphere

6.2 Wind

6.3 Thermodynamics

6.4 Clouds and Fog

6.5 Precipitation

6.6 Air Masses and Fronts

6.7 Pressure System

6.8 Climatology

6.9 Flight Hazards

6.10 Meterological Information