Meteorology

base de las nubes

Lowest altitude of the visible cloud layer, reported as base of scattered, broken, overcast.

Quick answer: Lowest altitude of the visible cloud layer, reported as base of scattered, broken, overcast.

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Quick answer

Lowest altitude of the visible cloud layer, reported as base of scattered, broken, overcast.

Why it matters

base de las nubes matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology 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 base de las nubes?

In this glossary, base de las nubes refers to: Lowest altitude of the visible cloud layer, reported as base of scattered, broken, overcast.

How is base de las nubes used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Observamos base de nubes aproximadamente a mil quinientos pies y solicitamos autorización de descenso."

Why does base de las nubes matter in aviation?

base de las nubes matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology 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 base de las nubes?

base de las nubes is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does base de las nubes belong to?

In this glossary, base de las nubes is grouped under Meteorology. 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

Lowest altitude of the visible cloud layer, reported as base of scattered, broken, overcast.

Operational example

Pilot: We observe cloud base at approximately fifteen hundred feet and request descent clearance.

Localized term

base de las nubes

Localized example

Observamos base de nubes aproximadamente a mil quinientos pies y solicitamos autorización de descenso.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Meteorology

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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