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Navigation et espace aérien
Altitude minimale de sécurité (MSA: Minimum Safe Altitude)
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Définition
The lowest altitude providing obstacle clearance within a specified area
Termes associés
Procédure d'approche (Approach Procedure)
A series of maneuvers used to align an aircraft with a runway for landing
Impact sur le terrain sans contrôle (CFIT: Controlled Flight Into Terrain)
An accident where an airworthy aircraft is flown into terrain, water, or an obstacle
Système d'avertissement de proximité du sol (GPWS: Ground Proximity Warning System)
An aircraft system that alerts pilots when the aircraft is in dangerous proximity to terrain
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altitude minimale de sécurité (MSA: Minimum Safe Altitude)?
The lowest altitude providing obstacle clearance within a specified area
What does MSA stand for?
MSA stands for Altitude minimale de sécurité (MSA: Minimum Safe Altitude). The lowest altitude providing obstacle clearance within a specified area
How does Altitude minimale de sécurité (MSA: Minimum Safe Altitude) relate to other aviation concepts?
Altitude minimale de sécurité (MSA: Minimum Safe Altitude) is closely related to Approach Procedure and Controlled Flight Into Terrain, among other key aviation concepts.
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