Aircraft Systems

mittlerer Meeresspiegel

An altitude or elevation reference based on the average sea level used as a standard for aviation altimetry.

Quick answer: An altitude or elevation reference based on the average sea level used as a standard for aviation altimetry.

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An altitude or elevation reference based on the average sea level used as a standard for aviation altimetry.

Why it matters

mittlerer Meeresspiegel 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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What is mittlerer Meeresspiegel?

In this glossary, mittlerer Meeresspiegel refers to: An altitude or elevation reference based on the average sea level used as a standard for aviation altimetry.

How is mittlerer Meeresspiegel used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Stellen Sie den Höhenmesser auf mittleren Meeresspiegel für Standardreferenz."

Why does mittlerer Meeresspiegel matter in aviation?

mittlerer Meeresspiegel 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 mittlerer Meeresspiegel?

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

What category does mittlerer Meeresspiegel belong to?

In this glossary, mittlerer Meeresspiegel 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 elevation reference based on the average sea level used as a standard for aviation altimetry.

Operational example

Set altimeter to mean sea level pressure for standard altitude reference.

Localized term

mittlerer Meeresspiegel

Localized example

Stellen Sie den Höhenmesser auf mittleren Meeresspiegel für Standardreferenz.

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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