Glossary
Aviation Weather
Ceiling
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Definition
The height of the lowest layer of clouds covering more than half the sky
Related Terms
Decision Height (DH)
The altitude during a precision approach at which the pilot must decide to land or go around
Fog
Visibility-reducing water droplets suspended near the surface, a major cause of airport delays
METAR (METAR)
Aviation Routine Weather Report — a standardized format for reporting current weather conditions
Visibility (VIS)
The greatest distance at which prominent objects can be identified with the unaided eye
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ceiling?
The height of the lowest layer of clouds covering more than half the sky
How does Ceiling relate to other aviation concepts?
Ceiling is closely related to Decision Height and Fog, among other key aviation concepts.