AIRMETs are advisories of significant weather phenomena but of lower intensities than SIGMETs. They are intended for dissemination to whom?

AIRMETs are designed to provide important weather information to all pilots, regardless of their experience or type of operation. These advisories highlight significant weather phenomena that could affect the safety of flight, such as moderate turbulence, icing, and widespread areas of instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions. Since AIRMETs cover conditions that can impact general aviation flights as well as commercial operations, they are disseminated broadly to ensure that every pilot is aware of potentially hazardous weather.

This inclusive approach enhances safety by ensuring that all pilots have access to the same vital weather information, allowing them to make informed decisions regarding their flights. In contrast, more specific advisories like SIGMETs are focused on more severe conditions and are also distributed widely but are often of greater concern for pilots operating under higher levels of flight operations.