Flight Phase

ضبط الارتفاع على ضغط مستوى سطح البحر (QNH)

The altimeter subscale setting so that the instrument indicates altitude above mean sea level. Also known as QNH.

Quick answer: The altimeter subscale setting so that the instrument indicates altitude above mean sea level. Also known as QNH.

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Quick answer

The altimeter subscale setting so that the instrument indicates altitude above mean sea level. Also known as QNH.

Why it matters

ضبط الارتفاع على ضغط مستوى سطح البحر (QNH) matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Phase contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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Questions and answers

What is ضبط الارتفاع على ضغط مستوى سطح البحر (QNH)?

In this glossary, ضبط الارتفاع على ضغط مستوى سطح البحر (QNH) refers to: The altimeter subscale setting so that the instrument indicates altitude above mean sea level. Also known as QNH.

How is ضبط الارتفاع على ضغط مستوى سطح البحر (QNH) used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "اضبط الارتفاع على QNH 1009 للاقتراب والهبوط."

Why does ضبط الارتفاع على ضغط مستوى سطح البحر (QNH) matter in aviation?

ضبط الارتفاع على ضغط مستوى سطح البحر (QNH) matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Phase contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses ضبط الارتفاع على ضغط مستوى سطح البحر (QNH)?

ضبط الارتفاع على ضغط مستوى سطح البحر (QNH) is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does ضبط الارتفاع على ضغط مستوى سطح البحر (QNH) belong to?

In this glossary, ضبط الارتفاع على ضغط مستوى سطح البحر (QNH) is grouped under Flight Phase. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

The altimeter subscale setting so that the instrument indicates altitude above mean sea level. Also known as QNH.

Operational example

Set altimeter to QNH 1009 for approach and landing.

Localized term

ضبط الارتفاع على ضغط مستوى سطح البحر (QNH)

Localized example

اضبط الارتفاع على QNH 1009 للاقتراب والهبوط.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Flight Phase

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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