Basic ATC

Leaving

Used by pilots to report they are vacating a specific altitude, either climbing or descending from it.

Quick answer: Used by pilots to report they are vacating a specific altitude, either climbing or descending from it.

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Quick answer

Used by pilots to report they are vacating a specific altitude, either climbing or descending from it.

Why it matters

Leaving matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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 Leaving?

In this glossary, Leaving refers to: Used by pilots to report they are vacating a specific altitude, either climbing or descending from it.

How is Leaving used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Leaving flight level three six zero, descending to flight level two nine zero, Lufthansa 621."

Why does Leaving matter in aviation?

Leaving matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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 Leaving?

Leaving is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Leaving belong to?

In this glossary, Leaving is grouped under Basic ATC. 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

Used by pilots to report they are vacating a specific altitude, either climbing or descending from it.

Operational example

Leaving flight level three six zero, descending to flight level two nine zero, Lufthansa 621.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Basic ATC

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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