"Dan Luke" wrote in message
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"Danny Deger" wrote:

Last I checked many controllers only have transponder indications with no
weather on their display at all.

How many? Where did you check?

I don't think any of the "Centers" have skin paint. Having said this, I
don't know if Crossfield was talking to approach, Center, or tower. As far
as I know most, if not all, approach control radars can paint rain. But if
they are busy, they are not obliged to help pilots out with weather. I am
sure there are towers out there that have no radar at all. I personally
NEVER rely on a controller for weather information. If I get some
information that is great, but you can not rely on it.

Danny Deger