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Altitude engine

A reciprocating aircraft engine having a rated takeoff power that is producible from sea level to an established higher altitude.

Dictionary Term

Altitude engine

Definitions

  • A reciprocating aircraft engine having a rated takeoff power that is producible from sea level to an established higher altitude.
  • means a reciprocating aircraft engine having a rated takeoff power that is producible from sea level to an established higher altitude

References

  • 14 C.F.R. Part 1, Federal Aviation Administration, 2026
  • Airplane Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2021