Accuracy of observations and computations of upper winds using Plessey radar type WF2 and pilot balloon slide rule

Key Points

• This study aims to compare observational and computational errors in upper wind measurements under routine conditions.
• Utilized Plessey radar type WF2 for upper wind observations.
• Employed pilot balloon slide rule for computations.
• Conducted comparisons of errors between observations and instruments.
• Presented findings in diagrams and a summarizing table.
• Identified radar observational errors in upper wind measurements.
• Documented slide rule computation errors affecting height calculations.
• Outlined discrepancies between observed vector winds and computed heights.