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What is reduced vertical separation minimum?

reduced vertical separation minimum A set of airspace procedures allowing aircraft to be separated by 1,000 feet vertically above FL290, increasing airspace capacity.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “reduced vertical separation minimum” Used in Practice?

Aircraft certified for Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum, assigned FL350 in RVSM airspace.

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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What is reduced vertical separation minimum?

A set of airspace procedures allowing aircraft to be separated by 1,000 feet vertically above FL290, increasing airspace capacity.

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