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Flight Phase

Übergangshöhe

The altitude at or below which the vertical position of an aircraft is controlled by reference to altitudes, and above which by flight levels. Transition altitude is defined for each airport or airspace region.

Quick answer: The altitude at or below which the vertical position of an aircraft is controlled by reference to altitudes, and above which by flight levels. Transition altitude is defined for each airport or airspace region.

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Quick answer

The altitude at or below which the vertical position of an aircraft is controlled by reference to altitudes, and above which by flight levels. Transition altitude is defined for each airport or airspace region.

Why it matters

Übergangshöhe 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

Questions and answers

What is Übergangshöhe?

In this glossary, Übergangshöhe refers to: The altitude at or below which the vertical position of an aircraft is controlled by reference to altitudes, and above which by flight levels. Transition altitude is defined for each airport or airspace region.

How is Übergangshöhe used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Steigen Sie auf die Übergangshöhe von fünftausend Fuß, stellen Sie beim Passieren der Übergangshöhe den Standarddruck ein."

Why does Übergangshöhe matter in aviation?

Übergangshöhe 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 Übergangshöhe?

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

What category does Übergangshöhe belong to?

In this glossary, Übergangshöhe 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 altitude at or below which the vertical position of an aircraft is controlled by reference to altitudes, and above which by flight levels. Transition altitude is defined for each airport or airspace region.

Operational example

Climb to transition altitude of five thousand feet, set standard pressure when passing transition altitude.

Localized term

Übergangshöhe

Localized example

Steigen Sie auf die Übergangshöhe von fünftausend Fuß, stellen Sie beim Passieren der Übergangshöhe den Standarddruck ein.

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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