FAR DECODED — GLOSSARY

Decision height (DH)

Definition

Decision height (DH)

With respect to the operation of aircraft, means the height at which a decision must be made during an ILS or PAR instrument approach to either continue the approach or to execute a missed approach.

  • See: ICAO term DECISION ALTITUDE/DECISION HEIGHT

Source: FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary (verbatim from the Federal Aviation Regulations).

Where This Term Is Used

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