GATE CE 2026 Set 2 — Question 25

MCQ+1 / -0.33EasyWind Rose DiagramAirport EngineeringTransportation Engineering

Transportation Engineering → Airport Engineering → Wind Rose Diagram

Last updated 5 September 2026

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The primary purpose of the Windrose diagram is for the design of

Correct answer (B) orientation of a runway. Solution A wind rose diagram is a graphical tool used by meteorologists and airport engineers to give a succinct view of how wind speed and direction are typically distributed at a particular location. In airport design, it is primarily used to determine the orientation of a runway to ensure that the crosswind component is within acceptable limits for the majority of the time (usually 95% coverage). Turn this into a strength. Explore AI-powered practice and doubt support with Success Tracker.

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Correct answer (B) orientation of a runway. Solution A wind rose diagram is a graphical tool used by meteorologists and airport engineers to give a succinct view of how wind speed and direction are typically distributed at a particular location. In airport design, it is primarily used to determine the orientation of a runway to ensure that the crosswind component is within acceptable limits for the majority of the time (usually 95% coverage).

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