Aircraft Systems

über Grund

An altitude or height measured with reference to the underlying ground surface directly beneath the aircraft.

Quick answer: An altitude or height measured with reference to the underlying ground surface directly beneath the aircraft.

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Quick answer

An altitude or height measured with reference to the underlying ground surface directly beneath the aircraft.

Why it matters

über Grund matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems 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 über Grund?

In this glossary, über Grund refers to: An altitude or height measured with reference to the underlying ground surface directly beneath the aircraft.

How is über Grund used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Halten Sie 2.000 Fuß über Grund bis zum Endanflug."

Why does über Grund matter in aviation?

über Grund matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems 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 über Grund?

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

What category does über Grund belong to?

In this glossary, über Grund is grouped under Aircraft Systems. 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 altitude or height measured with reference to the underlying ground surface directly beneath the aircraft.

Operational example

Maintain altitude 2,000 feet above ground level until established on approach.

Localized term

über Grund

Localized example

Halten Sie 2.000 Fuß über Grund bis zum Endanflug.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Aircraft Systems

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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