Thermals

[March1993]

Could someone explain Thermals in basic laymen’s terms? Any feedback would be much appreciated thank you!

-Mike (AG1 USN)

[vsinceac]

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[hess8]

Thermals are the rising fountains of warm air found under cumulus clouds. They can also be found without clouds ("blue thermals"). Glider pilots use them to stay up for hours and go places.