The Classic Pendant Shape - Honeywell PRIMUS 660 Pilot's Manual

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PRIMUS 660 Digital Weather Radar System
AVOID PENDANT BY 20 MILES
The pendant shape shown in figure 5–42, represents one of the
most severe storms – the supercell. One study concluded that, in
supercells:
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The average maximum size of hail is over 2 inches (5.3 cm)
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The average width of the hail swath is over 12.5 miles (20.2 km)
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Sixty percent produce funnel clouds or tornadoes.
The classic pendant shape echo is shown in figure 5–42. Note the
general pendant shape, the hook, and the steep rain gradient. This
storm is extremely dangerous and must be avoided.
Radar Facts
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STORM MOTION

The Classic Pendant Shape

Figure 5–42
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