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Impostazione altimetro riferita alla pressione livello mare (QNH)

The altimeter subscale setting so that the instrument indicates altitude above mean sea level. Also known as QNH.

Quick answer: The altimeter subscale setting so that the instrument indicates altitude above mean sea level. Also known as QNH.

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The altimeter subscale setting so that the instrument indicates altitude above mean sea level. Also known as QNH.

Why it matters

Impostazione altimetro riferita alla pressione livello mare (QNH) matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Phase 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 Impostazione altimetro riferita alla pressione livello mare (QNH)?

In this glossary, Impostazione altimetro riferita alla pressione livello mare (QNH) refers to: The altimeter subscale setting so that the instrument indicates altitude above mean sea level. Also known as QNH.

How is Impostazione altimetro riferita alla pressione livello mare (QNH) used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Imposta l’altimetro su QNH 1009 per l’avvicinamento e l’atterraggio."

Why does Impostazione altimetro riferita alla pressione livello mare (QNH) matter in aviation?

Impostazione altimetro riferita alla pressione livello mare (QNH) matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Phase 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 Impostazione altimetro riferita alla pressione livello mare (QNH)?

Impostazione altimetro riferita alla pressione livello mare (QNH) is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Impostazione altimetro riferita alla pressione livello mare (QNH) belong to?

In this glossary, Impostazione altimetro riferita alla pressione livello mare (QNH) is grouped under Flight Phase. 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 altimeter subscale setting so that the instrument indicates altitude above mean sea level. Also known as QNH.

Operational example

Set altimeter to QNH 1009 for approach and landing.

Localized term

Impostazione altimetro riferita alla pressione livello mare (QNH)

Localized example

Imposta l’altimetro su QNH 1009 per l’avvicinamento e l’atterraggio.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Flight Phase

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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