Meteorology

base des nuages

Lowest altitude of the visible cloud layer, reported as base of scattered, broken, overcast.

Quick answer: Lowest altitude of the visible cloud layer, reported as base of scattered, broken, overcast.

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Quick answer

Lowest altitude of the visible cloud layer, reported as base of scattered, broken, overcast.

Why it matters

base des nuages 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

Questions and answers

What is base des nuages?

In this glossary, base des nuages refers to: Lowest altitude of the visible cloud layer, reported as base of scattered, broken, overcast.

How is base des nuages used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Nous relevons une base des nuages à environ mille cinq cents pieds et demandons autorisation de descente."

Why does base des nuages matter in aviation?

base des nuages 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 base des nuages?

base des nuages is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does base des nuages belong to?

In this glossary, base des nuages 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

Lowest altitude of the visible cloud layer, reported as base of scattered, broken, overcast.

Operational example

Pilot: We observe cloud base at approximately fifteen hundred feet and request descent clearance.

Localized term

base des nuages

Localized example

Nous relevons une base des nuages à environ mille cinq cents pieds et demandons autorisation de descente.

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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