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Threshold Crossing Height

The height above runway threshold at which the aircraft’s glide path crosses the runway during final approach, typically referenced in ILS and LPV procedures.

Quick answer: The height above runway threshold at which the aircraft’s glide path crosses the runway during final approach, typically referenced in ILS and LPV procedures.

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Quick answer

The height above runway threshold at which the aircraft’s glide path crosses the runway during final approach, typically referenced in ILS and LPV procedures.

Why it matters

Threshold Crossing Height matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation 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 Threshold Crossing Height?

In this glossary, Threshold Crossing Height refers to: The height above runway threshold at which the aircraft’s glide path crosses the runway during final approach, typically referenced in ILS and LPV procedures.

How is Threshold Crossing Height used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Confirm threshold crossing height for runway three-four as published in the approach chart."

Why does Threshold Crossing Height matter in aviation?

Threshold Crossing Height matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation 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 Threshold Crossing Height?

Threshold Crossing Height is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Threshold Crossing Height belong to?

In this glossary, Threshold Crossing Height is grouped under Navigation. 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 height above runway threshold at which the aircraft’s glide path crosses the runway during final approach, typically referenced in ILS and LPV procedures.

Operational example

Confirm threshold crossing height for runway three-four as published in the approach chart.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Navigation

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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