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UPSC Civil Service Exam Questions

12.

According to ICAO recommendations, what is the rate of elevation correction for the runway above MSL ?

1 % for every 100 m of elevation above MSL

7 % for every 300 m of elevation above MSL

2 % for every 500 m of elevation above MSL

2 % for every 300 m of elevation above MSL

Answer: Option

Explanation:

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Discussion:

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Dorna said: 4 years ago

Elevation correction is actually done because the air pressure goes on decreasing as the elevation increase from the earth surface!

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Samm said: 9 years ago

Why elevation correction is done?

Sandeep reddy said: 8 years ago

Earth is not plane surface. Due to a circular surface that correction is applicable.

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