Altitude

Altitude: the measure of vertical distance of an object or location above a reference plane, which is often the mean sea level or ground level. This height is represented using different units of measurement, such as feet or meters. In aviation, altitude is a critical factor for safe and efficient flight operations. For instance, pilots must maintain a specific altitude to navigate airspace and avoid collisions with other aircraft. Altitude can be determined through various means, such as barometric pressure sensors or global positioning systems (GPS), which provide accurate and reliable altitude readings for aviation and other applications.