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What is Standard pressure setting (1013 hPa)?

Standard pressure setting (1013 hPa) The standard sea-level pressure value of 1013.25 hPa (hectopascals) used above transition altitude/level for setting altimeters.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Standard pressure setting (1013 hPa)” Used in Practice?

Set standard pressure 1013 when passing transition altitude.

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

Transition levelAltimeter setting referenced to mean-sea-level pressureFlight levelAltimeter set

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What is Standard pressure setting (1013 hPa)?

The standard sea-level pressure value of 1013.25 hPa (hectopascals) used above transition altitude/level for setting altimeters.

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