Flight Phase

Höhenmessereinstellung auf Meeresspiegeldruck bezogen (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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The altimeter subscale setting so that the instrument indicates altitude above mean sea level. Also known as QNH.

Why it matters

Höhenmessereinstellung auf Meeresspiegeldruck bezogen (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 Höhenmessereinstellung auf Meeresspiegeldruck bezogen (QNH)?

In this glossary, Höhenmessereinstellung auf Meeresspiegeldruck bezogen (QNH) refers to: The altimeter subscale setting so that the instrument indicates altitude above mean sea level. Also known as QNH.

How is Höhenmessereinstellung auf Meeresspiegeldruck bezogen (QNH) used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Stellen Sie den Höhenmesser auf QNH 1009 für Anflug und Landung."

Why does Höhenmessereinstellung auf Meeresspiegeldruck bezogen (QNH) matter in aviation?

Höhenmessereinstellung auf Meeresspiegeldruck bezogen (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 Höhenmessereinstellung auf Meeresspiegeldruck bezogen (QNH)?

Höhenmessereinstellung auf Meeresspiegeldruck bezogen (QNH) is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Höhenmessereinstellung auf Meeresspiegeldruck bezogen (QNH) belong to?

In this glossary, Höhenmessereinstellung auf Meeresspiegeldruck bezogen (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

Höhenmessereinstellung auf Meeresspiegeldruck bezogen (QNH)

Localized example

Stellen Sie den Höhenmesser auf QNH 1009 für Anflug und Landung.

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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