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  1. ClassificationMeteorological instrument
    UsesIndicates wind direction and estimates its speed.

    Windsock - Wikipedia

    • A windsock (a wind cone or wind sleeve) is a conical textile tube that resembles a giant sock. It can be used as a basic indicator of wind speed and direction, or as decoration. Windsocks are typically used at airports to show the direction and strength of the wind to pilots, and at chemical plants where there is risk of gaseous leakage. They are also sometime… See more

    History

    Alternating stripes of high-visibility orange and white were initially used to help estimate wind speed, with each stripe adding 3 knots (5.6 km/h; 3.5 mph) to the estimated speed. However, some circular frame mou… See more

    Standards

    Per FAA standards, a properly functioning windsock orients itself to a breeze of at least 3 knots (5.6 km/h; 3.5 mph) and fully extends in a wind of 15 knots (28 km/h; 17 mph).
    Per … See more

    Other related wind direction indicators

    Wind tees and wind tetrahedrons are two other commonly used wind direction indicators in airports. Wind tees are shaped like an airplane so that they match with the heading of an aircraft ready to take off and land. Wind … See more

    See also

    • Air sock
    • Anemoscope – meteorological device for measuring wind direction
    • Anemometer – meteorological device for measuring wind speed… See more

     
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    Find airport windsocks, frames, poles, and specialty applications for aviation use. Learn about windsock material, installation, and safety specifications.

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    Learn about the purpose, installation, function, and colors of windsocks, a conically shaped tube for indicating wind direction and speed. Find out how to buy a windsock or a complete installation from an international specialist.

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    Huffy’s Airport Windsocks manufactures and provides a custom-made line of airport windsocks, custom-printed windsock, and windsock frames. Select your options from any of our specially designed nylon urethane-coated windsocks …

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  8. The Art and History of Windsocks - Angle of Attack

    Aug 16, 2023 · Learn how to prepare for and read a windsock, a simple yet crucial device for indicating wind direction and intensity. Explore the history of windsocks from ancient civilizations to modern aviation and military applications.

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    Nov 13, 2021 · Learn the history, construction, and operation of windsocks, a classic symbol of the airport environment. Find out how to estimate wind speed and direction using the stripes of a windsock and the FAA specifications.

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