Basic ATC

巡航下降

A descent at a controlled rate while maintaining cruise speed.

Quick answer: A descent at a controlled rate while maintaining cruise speed.

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Quick answer

A descent at a controlled rate while maintaining cruise speed.

Why it matters

巡航下降 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

Questions and answers

What is 巡航下降?

In this glossary, 巡航下降 refers to: A descent at a controlled rate while maintaining cruise speed.

How is 巡航下降 used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "飞行员,保持巡航下降到飞行高度二四零。"

Why does 巡航下降 matter in aviation?

巡航下降 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 巡航下降?

巡航下降 is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does 巡航下降 belong to?

In this glossary, 巡航下降 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

A descent at a controlled rate while maintaining cruise speed.

Operational example

Pilot, maintain cruise descent to flight level two four zero.

Localized term

巡航下降

Localized example

飞行员,保持巡航下降到飞行高度二四零。

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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