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Cima de ascenso

The calculated point along the flight path where an aircraft completes its climb and levels off at cruising altitude as programmed in the FMS.

Quick answer: The calculated point along the flight path where an aircraft completes its climb and levels off at cruising altitude as programmed in the FMS.

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The calculated point along the flight path where an aircraft completes its climb and levels off at cruising altitude as programmed in the FMS.

Why it matters

Cima de ascenso 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

What is Cima de ascenso?

In this glossary, Cima de ascenso refers to: The calculated point along the flight path where an aircraft completes its climb and levels off at cruising altitude as programmed in the FMS.

How is Cima de ascenso used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Avise al alcanzar la cima de ascenso, nivele en el nivel de vuelo tres-seis-cero e informe cuando los chequeos de crucero estén completos."

Why does Cima de ascenso matter in aviation?

Cima de ascenso 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 Cima de ascenso?

Cima de ascenso is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Cima de ascenso belong to?

In this glossary, Cima de ascenso 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 calculated point along the flight path where an aircraft completes its climb and levels off at cruising altitude as programmed in the FMS.

Operational example

Advise reaching top of climb, level at flight level three-six-zero and report cruise checks complete.

Localized term

Cima de ascenso

Localized example

Avise al alcanzar la cima de ascenso, nivele en el nivel de vuelo tres-seis-cero e informe cuando los chequeos de crucero estén completos.

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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