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Qu'est-ce que Début de descente ?

Début de descente The calculated point during cruise at which an aircraft initiates descent from cruising altitude toward destination, usually determined by onboard flight management systems.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Début de descente” Used in Practice?

Pilote : Nous avons atteint le début de descente, commençons la descente au niveau un huit zéro autorisé.

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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Qu'est-ce que Début de descente ?

The calculated point during cruise at which an aircraft initiates descent from cruising altitude toward destination, usually determined by onboard flight management systems.

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