Basic ATC

Restriction d'altitude

A specified altitude that an aircraft must not exceed or descend below.

Quick answer: A specified altitude that an aircraft must not exceed or descend below.

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Quick answer

A specified altitude that an aircraft must not exceed or descend below.

Why it matters

Restriction d'altitude matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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 Restriction d'altitude?

In this glossary, Restriction d'altitude refers to: A specified altitude that an aircraft must not exceed or descend below.

How is Restriction d'altitude used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "ATC conseille : 'Maintenez la restriction d'altitude de 5 000 pieds jusqu'à nouvel ordre.'"

Why does Restriction d'altitude matter in aviation?

Restriction d'altitude matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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 Restriction d'altitude?

Restriction d'altitude is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Restriction d'altitude belong to?

In this glossary, Restriction d'altitude is grouped under Basic ATC. 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

A specified altitude that an aircraft must not exceed or descend below.

Operational example

ATC advises: 'Maintain altitude restriction of 5,000 feet until further notice.'

Localized term

Restriction d'altitude

Localized example

ATC conseille : 'Maintenez la restriction d'altitude de 5 000 pieds jusqu'à nouvel ordre.'

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Basic ATC

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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