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What is Cruise descent?

Cruise descent A descent at a controlled rate while maintaining cruise speed.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Cruise descent” Used in Practice?

Pilot, maintain cruise descent to flight level two four 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

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What is Cruise descent?

A descent at a controlled rate while maintaining cruise speed.

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