Meteorology

Pression Barométrique

The atmospheric pressure as measured by a barometer, used to determine altimeter settings and to ensure altitude accuracy during flight operations.

Quick answer: The atmospheric pressure as measured by a barometer, used to determine altimeter settings and to ensure altitude accuracy during flight operations.

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The atmospheric pressure as measured by a barometer, used to determine altimeter settings and to ensure altitude accuracy during flight operations.

Why it matters

Pression Barométrique 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

What is Pression Barométrique?

In this glossary, Pression Barométrique refers to: The atmospheric pressure as measured by a barometer, used to determine altimeter settings and to ensure altitude accuracy during flight operations.

How is Pression Barométrique used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Indiquez la pression barométrique actuelle pour l’altitude de l’aérodrome afin d’assurer un réglage correct de l’altimètre."

Why does Pression Barométrique matter in aviation?

Pression Barométrique 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 Pression Barométrique?

Pression Barométrique is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Pression Barométrique belong to?

In this glossary, Pression Barométrique 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 atmospheric pressure as measured by a barometer, used to determine altimeter settings and to ensure altitude accuracy during flight operations.

Operational example

Advise current barometric pressure for field elevation to ensure correct altimeter setting.

Localized term

Pression Barométrique

Localized example

Indiquez la pression barométrique actuelle pour l’altitude de l’aérodrome afin d’assurer un réglage correct de l’altimètre.

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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