Basic ATC

Continue a descida

An ATC instruction directing the pilot to maintain the ongoing descent to a specified level or altitude without interruption.

Quick answer: An ATC instruction directing the pilot to maintain the ongoing descent to a specified level or altitude without interruption.

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An ATC instruction directing the pilot to maintain the ongoing descent to a specified level or altitude without interruption.

Why it matters

Continue a descida 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

What is Continue a descida?

In this glossary, Continue a descida refers to: An ATC instruction directing the pilot to maintain the ongoing descent to a specified level or altitude without interruption.

How is Continue a descida used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Torre: Speedbird 123, continue a descida para o nível de voo 120."

Why does Continue a descida matter in aviation?

Continue a descida 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 Continue a descida?

Continue a descida is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Continue a descida belong to?

In this glossary, Continue a descida 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

An ATC instruction directing the pilot to maintain the ongoing descent to a specified level or altitude without interruption.

Operational example

Tower: Speedbird 123, continue descent to flight level 120.

Localized term

Continue a descida

Localized example

Torre: Speedbird 123, continue a descida para o nível de voo 120.

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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