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What is Zulu Time?

Zulu Time The standard time reference used in aviation and military operations, equivalent to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), denoted by the letter Z (Zulu) after the time.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Zulu Time” Used in Practice?

Report position crossing waypoint NELSO at one-four-two-zero Zulu time.

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 Zulu Time?

The standard time reference used in aviation and military operations, equivalent to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), denoted by the letter Z (Zulu) after the time.

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