Basic ATC

Flughöhe

A standardised altitude expressed in hundreds of feet, based on a pressure setting of 1013.2 hPa.

Quick answer: A standardised altitude expressed in hundreds of feet, based on a pressure setting of 1013.2 hPa.

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Quick answer

A standardised altitude expressed in hundreds of feet, based on a pressure setting of 1013.2 hPa.

Why it matters

Flughöhe 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 Flughöhe?

In this glossary, Flughöhe refers to: A standardised altitude expressed in hundreds of feet, based on a pressure setting of 1013.2 hPa.

How is Flughöhe used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "ATC: Emirates 789, steigen Sie auf Flugfläche 350."

Why does Flughöhe matter in aviation?

Flughöhe 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 Flughöhe?

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

What category does Flughöhe belong to?

In this glossary, Flughöhe 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

A standardised altitude expressed in hundreds of feet, based on a pressure setting of 1013.2 hPa.

Operational example

ATC: Emirates 789, climb to flight level 350.

Localized term

Flughöhe

Localized example

ATC: Emirates 789, steigen Sie auf Flugfläche 350.

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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