Definition
CRUISING ALTITUDE
An altitude or flight level maintained during en route level flight. This is a constant altitude and should not be confused with a cruise clearance.
- See: ICAO term CRUISING LEVEL
Source: FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary (verbatim from the Federal Aviation Regulations).
Where This Term Is Used
- 14 CFR § 91.179 — § 91.179 IFR cruising altitude or flight level.
- 14 CFR § 91.159 — § 91.159 VFR cruising altitude or flight level.
- 14 CFR § 91.905 — § 91.905 List of rules subject to waivers.
- 14 CFR § 91.153 — § 91.153 VFR flight plan: Information required.
- 14 CFR § 91.121 — § 91.121 Altimeter settings.
- 14 CFR § 91.1039 — § 91.1039 IFR takeoff, approach and landing minimums.
6 sections reference this term in their FAR Decoded content.