Aircraft Systems

mean sea level

An altitude or elevation reference based on the average sea level used as a standard for aviation altimetry.

Quick answer: An altitude or elevation reference based on the average sea level used as a standard for aviation altimetry.

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An altitude or elevation reference based on the average sea level used as a standard for aviation altimetry.

Why it matters

mean sea level matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems 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 mean sea level?

In this glossary, mean sea level refers to: An altitude or elevation reference based on the average sea level used as a standard for aviation altimetry.

How is mean sea level used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Set altimeter to mean sea level pressure for standard altitude reference."

Why does mean sea level matter in aviation?

mean sea level matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems 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 mean sea level?

mean sea level is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does mean sea level belong to?

In this glossary, mean sea level is grouped under Aircraft Systems. 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 altitude or elevation reference based on the average sea level used as a standard for aviation altimetry.

Operational example

Set altimeter to mean sea level pressure for standard altitude reference.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Aircraft Systems

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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