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CRUISE CLIMB

Pilot/Controller Glossary with JO 7110.65BB, Change 3, effective July 9, 2026 · Official text on faa.gov

A climb technique employed by aircraft, usually at a constant power setting, resulting in an increase of altitude as the aircraft weight decreases.

In the 7110.65

Used in 3 paragraphs of JO 7110.65BB.

  1. 8-7-3Longitudinal Separation
  2. 8-8-3Longitudinal Separation
  3. 14-3-3Abnormal Conditions