Aviation English
Basic ATC

Qu'est-ce que Passant ?

Passant A term used by pilots to report the altitude they are currently climbing or descending through.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Passant” Used in Practice?

Montée à quatorze mille pieds, passant onze mille, Delta 423.

Certification Exam Relevance

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

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

Related Aviation English Terms

Signalez atteinteMontez àContinuez la montéeQuitte

Learn “Passant” Free with Termify

Master Passant and 4,071+ professional terms with native pronunciation, IPA transcriptions and career quizzes. 100% free, forever.

Download Free for iOS

Frequently Asked Questions

Qu'est-ce que Passant ?

A term used by pilots to report the altitude they are currently climbing or descending through.

Where can I learn this term for free?

Termify is a 100% free professional English app that teaches Passant and 4,071+ other industry terms with native pronunciation, IPA transcriptions and career quizzes. Available on iOS in 23 languages. No subscription, no credit card required.

Last updated: