maintain altitude

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to keep an aircraft at a steady, specific altitude

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Examples (10)

  • The aircraft maintained an altitude of 28,000 feet.
  • The pilot was instructed to maintain altitude until further notice.
  • The autopilot system helps the plane maintain a constant altitude.
  • It was difficult to maintain altitude during the severe turbulence.
  • We will maintain our current altitude for another hour before beginning our descent.
  • Are we able to maintain altitude with one engine out?
  • If the weather worsens, the flight crew might struggle to maintain a safe altitude.
  • The drone has successfully maintained its altitude over the target area for over an hour.
  • Maintaining altitude is a critical skill for any pilot, especially in mountainous regions.
  • Air traffic control cleared the flight to maintain altitude at 35,000 feet.