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It gives visual indication of wind at agl airfield ground level

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Why do airports use windsocks instead of wind vanes?

cause it helps


Why might you see devices such as anemometers and windsocks at airports?

for pilots to obtain wind speed and direction information  


What is a sentence with the word windsock?

Windsocks are often used at airports to indicate the direction and strength of the wind.A standard windsock has white and orange stripes


What is the windsock designed to do?

The original use for a windsock was to be able to determine the wind speed and wind direction at airports or chemical plants. Windsocks are now more commonly used for decoration


What purpose do windsocks serve?

Windsocks serve the purpose of indicating wind direction and intensity. They are commonly used at airports, helipads, and other areas where aircraft take off and land. By observing the way the windsock is blowing, pilots and air traffic controllers can make informed decisions regarding runway selection and takeoff/landing procedures. Windsocks are also used for weather observation and monitoring wind patterns in various industries.


What is the windsocks history?

a Chinese windsock


Who invented windsocks?

Cheyenne Mitchell


What is the measuring gauge for wind direction?

We can use windsocks and wind wanes.


What is the history behind windsocks?

they were used in factorys to know how much pollution to make


What are windsocks made out of?

different materials...but usually a nylon so it stays light in the rain.


What countries are windsocks used in today?

All countries where aircraft take off or land.


Are Airports International Airports?

Not all airports are international airports, some are domestic airports.