Aircraft Systems

au-dessus du niveau du sol

An altitude or height measured with reference to the underlying ground surface directly beneath the aircraft.

Quick answer: An altitude or height measured with reference to the underlying ground surface directly beneath the aircraft.

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An altitude or height measured with reference to the underlying ground surface directly beneath the aircraft.

Why it matters

au-dessus du niveau du sol matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems 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 au-dessus du niveau du sol?

In this glossary, au-dessus du niveau du sol refers to: An altitude or height measured with reference to the underlying ground surface directly beneath the aircraft.

How is au-dessus du niveau du sol used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Maintenez une altitude de 2 000 pieds au-dessus du niveau du sol jusqu’à l’approche."

Why does au-dessus du niveau du sol matter in aviation?

au-dessus du niveau du sol matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems 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 au-dessus du niveau du sol?

au-dessus du niveau du sol is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does au-dessus du niveau du sol belong to?

In this glossary, au-dessus du niveau du sol is grouped under Aircraft Systems. 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

An altitude or height measured with reference to the underlying ground surface directly beneath the aircraft.

Operational example

Maintain altitude 2,000 feet above ground level until established on approach.

Localized term

au-dessus du niveau du sol

Localized example

Maintenez une altitude de 2 000 pieds au-dessus du niveau du sol jusqu’à l’approche.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Aircraft Systems

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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