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What is Leaving?

Leaving Used by pilots to report they are vacating a specific altitude, either climbing or descending from it.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Leaving” Used in Practice?

Leaving flight level three six zero, descending to flight level two nine zero, Lufthansa 621.

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 Leaving?

Used by pilots to report they are vacating a specific altitude, either climbing or descending from it.

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