Glossar
Luftfahrtgeografie
Breitengrad (Latitude)
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Definition
The angular distance north or south of the equator, measured in degrees
Verwandte Begriffe
Flughafen-Referenzpunkt (ARP: Airport Reference Point)
The designated geographical center of an airport used for identification and coordination
Hemisphäre (Hemisphere)
One half of the Earth divided by the equator (N/S) or Prime Meridian (E/W)
Längengrad (Longitude)
The angular distance east or west of the Prime Meridian, measured in degrees
Nautische Meile (NM: Nautical Mile)
A unit of distance equal to one minute of latitude, approximately 1.852 km
Wendekreis des Krebses (Tropic of Cancer)
The northernmost latitude (23.5°N) where the sun can be directly overhead
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breitengrad (Latitude)?
The angular distance north or south of the equator, measured in degrees
How does Breitengrad (Latitude) relate to other aviation concepts?
Breitengrad (Latitude) is closely related to Airport Reference Point and Hemisphere, among other key aviation concepts.
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Hemisphäre (Hemisphere)
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Magnetische Variation (Magnetic Variation)
Nautische Meile (NM: Nautical Mile)
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Zeitzone (Time Zone)
Transatlantische Route (Transatlantic Route)
Transpazifische Route (Transpacific Route)
Wendekreis des Krebses (Tropic of Cancer)