Meteorology

Nivel de congelación

The lowest altitude in the atmosphere at which the air temperature drops to 0°C (32°F), marking the boundary where liquid water can freeze.

Quick answer: The lowest altitude in the atmosphere at which the air temperature drops to 0°C (32°F), marking the boundary where liquid water can freeze.

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Quick answer

The lowest altitude in the atmosphere at which the air temperature drops to 0°C (32°F), marking the boundary where liquid water can freeze.

Why it matters

Nivel de congelación 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 Nivel de congelación?

In this glossary, Nivel de congelación refers to: The lowest altitude in the atmosphere at which the air temperature drops to 0°C (32°F), marking the boundary where liquid water can freeze.

How is Nivel de congelación used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Nivel de congelación reportado a siete mil pies, precaución por engelamiento."

Why does Nivel de congelación matter in aviation?

Nivel de congelación 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 Nivel de congelación?

Nivel de congelación is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Nivel de congelación belong to?

In this glossary, Nivel de congelación 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

The lowest altitude in the atmosphere at which the air temperature drops to 0°C (32°F), marking the boundary where liquid water can freeze.

Operational example

Freezing level reported at seven thousand feet, caution for icing.

Localized term

Nivel de congelación

Localized example

Nivel de congelación reportado a siete mil pies, precaución por engelamiento.

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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