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Altura de cruce de umbral

The height above runway threshold at which the aircraft’s glide path crosses the runway during final approach, typically referenced in ILS and LPV procedures.

Quick answer: The height above runway threshold at which the aircraft’s glide path crosses the runway during final approach, typically referenced in ILS and LPV procedures.

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Quick answer

The height above runway threshold at which the aircraft’s glide path crosses the runway during final approach, typically referenced in ILS and LPV procedures.

Why it matters

Altura de cruce de umbral matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation 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 Altura de cruce de umbral?

In this glossary, Altura de cruce de umbral refers to: The height above runway threshold at which the aircraft’s glide path crosses the runway during final approach, typically referenced in ILS and LPV procedures.

How is Altura de cruce de umbral used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Confirme la altura de cruce de umbral para la pista tres-cuatro como se publica en la carta de aproximación."

Why does Altura de cruce de umbral matter in aviation?

Altura de cruce de umbral matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation 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 Altura de cruce de umbral?

Altura de cruce de umbral is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Altura de cruce de umbral belong to?

In this glossary, Altura de cruce de umbral is grouped under Navigation. 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 height above runway threshold at which the aircraft’s glide path crosses the runway during final approach, typically referenced in ILS and LPV procedures.

Operational example

Confirm threshold crossing height for runway three-four as published in the approach chart.

Localized term

Altura de cruce de umbral

Localized example

Confirme la altura de cruce de umbral para la pista tres-cuatro como se publica en la carta de aproximación.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Navigation

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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