Aviation English
Basic ATC

What is Climb and maintain?

Climb and maintain Instruction for the aircraft to begin climbing to the stated altitude and maintain that altitude when reached.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Climb and maintain” Used in Practice?

United 357, climb and maintain flight level three two zero.

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

MaintainDescend and maintainMaintain current altitudeReduced Vertical Separation Minimum Approval

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What is Climb and maintain?

Instruction for the aircraft to begin climbing to the stated altitude and maintain that altitude when reached.

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