Meteorology

Carte d’Altitude

A meteorological chart depicting wind, temperature, and pressure patterns at specified altitudes above the earth’s surface, used to forecast enroute weather conditions for aviation operations.

Quick answer: A meteorological chart depicting wind, temperature, and pressure patterns at specified altitudes above the earth’s surface, used to forecast enroute weather conditions for aviation operations.

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Quick answer

A meteorological chart depicting wind, temperature, and pressure patterns at specified altitudes above the earth’s surface, used to forecast enroute weather conditions for aviation operations.

Why it matters

Carte d’Altitude 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 Carte d’Altitude?

In this glossary, Carte d’Altitude refers to: A meteorological chart depicting wind, temperature, and pressure patterns at specified altitudes above the earth’s surface, used to forecast enroute weather conditions for aviation operations.

How is Carte d’Altitude used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Consultez la carte d’altitude pour planifier l’altitude de croisière optimale et anticiper la position du courant-jet avant le départ."

Why does Carte d’Altitude matter in aviation?

Carte d’Altitude 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 Carte d’Altitude?

Carte d’Altitude is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Carte d’Altitude belong to?

In this glossary, Carte d’Altitude 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

A meteorological chart depicting wind, temperature, and pressure patterns at specified altitudes above the earth’s surface, used to forecast enroute weather conditions for aviation operations.

Operational example

Refer to the upper-air chart to plan optimal cruise altitude and anticipate jet stream position before departure.

Localized term

Carte d’Altitude

Localized example

Consultez la carte d’altitude pour planifier l’altitude de croisière optimale et anticiper la position du courant-jet avant le départ.

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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