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QFE (Altimeter setting to runway threshold elevation)

An altimeter reference setting in which the altimeter indicates the height above the runway threshold elevation; used for precision approaches (QFE setting).

Quick answer: An altimeter reference setting in which the altimeter indicates the height above the runway threshold elevation; used for precision approaches (QFE setting).

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Quick answer

An altimeter reference setting in which the altimeter indicates the height above the runway threshold elevation; used for precision approaches (QFE setting).

Why it matters

QFE (Altimeter setting to runway threshold elevation) 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

Questions and answers

What is QFE (Altimeter setting to runway threshold elevation)?

In this glossary, QFE (Altimeter setting to runway threshold elevation) refers to: An altimeter reference setting in which the altimeter indicates the height above the runway threshold elevation; used for precision approaches (QFE setting).

How is QFE (Altimeter setting to runway threshold elevation) used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Set altimeter to QFE, runway 09 threshold elevation one two meters."

Why does QFE (Altimeter setting to runway threshold elevation) matter in aviation?

QFE (Altimeter setting to runway threshold elevation) 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 QFE (Altimeter setting to runway threshold elevation)?

QFE (Altimeter setting to runway threshold elevation) is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does QFE (Altimeter setting to runway threshold elevation) belong to?

In this glossary, QFE (Altimeter setting to runway threshold elevation) 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

An altimeter reference setting in which the altimeter indicates the height above the runway threshold elevation; used for precision approaches (QFE setting).

Operational example

Set altimeter to QFE, runway 09 threshold elevation one two meters.

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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