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aerodrome elevation

aerodrome elevation

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Aerodrome elevation as it appears on approach charts.
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Aerodrome elevation is displayed at the control tower.
The elevation of the highest point of the landing area (ICAO). Aerodrome elevation is measured to an accuracy of 1 ft (or ½ m). The aerodrome elevation is prominently displayed at the air traffic control tower. Also called above airfield elevation and airport elevation.
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