What is included in the preflight action related to weather conditions?

Preflight action related to weather conditions specifically emphasizes the necessity of obtaining and reviewing relevant weather information before conducting a flight. This includes assessing current weather conditions at both departure and destination airports, as well as en route weather along the intended flight path. NOTAMs (Notices to Airmen) also play a critical role in this assessment by informing pilots about significant changes that may affect flight safety, such as temporary flight restrictions, airport closures, or other hazards.

While flight plan preparation, fuel loading, and aircraft maintenance verification are indeed important elements of preflight action, they do not specifically address weather conditions. For instance, a flight plan prepares the route and ensures it aligns with air traffic control regulations, but it does not provide the needed weather data. Additionally, fuel loading relates to ensuring that the aircraft has sufficient fuel for the flight, and aircraft maintenance verification ensures that the aircraft is airworthy, but again, these do not directly pertain to evaluating weather conditions. Therefore, focusing on NOTAMs helps ensure all flight preparations account for current and anticipated weather impacts crucial for safe flight operations.