Cold temperature correction
Term · Aviation and air traffic control · MLC-T-AVN-000241
A correction in feet, based on height above airport and temperature, that is added to the aircraft's indicated altitude to offset the effect of cold temperature on true altitude.
| Identifier | MLC-T-AVN-000241 |
|---|---|
| Field | Aviation and air traffic control |
| References | FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-AVN-000241",
"term": "Cold temperature correction",
"field": "Aviation and air traffic control",
"definition": "A correction in feet, based on height above airport and temperature, that is added to the aircraft's indicated altitude to offset the effect of cold temperature on true altitude.",
"references": [
"FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary"
],
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/aviation/cold-temperature-correction/"
}
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