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Qu'est-ce que Descendez et maintenez ?

Descendez et maintenez An instruction to begin descent and level off at the specified altitude, maintaining it until further clearance is issued.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Descendez et maintenez” Used in Practice?

Descendez et maintenez onze mille pieds, American 317.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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Descendez àRéglage altimétriqueMaintenezMontez et maintenez

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Qu'est-ce que Descendez et maintenez ?

An instruction to begin descent and level off at the specified altitude, maintaining it until further clearance is issued.

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