Who uses the Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF)?

The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is primarily used by pilots for planning flight routes. TAFs provide critical information about expected weather conditions, such as wind direction and speed, visibility, and significant weather events, which are essential for pre-flight planning and in-flight decision-making. This forecast covers a specific area around an airport and is designed to give pilots insight into the weather conditions they might encounter, helping them to make informed safety and operational decisions prior to and during their flights.

While other groups, such as air traffic controllers and civilians working at the airport, may utilize weather information, it is pilots who rely heavily on TAFs to assess and strategize their flight operations effectively.