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Decision height (DH)

A specified altitude in the precision approach, charted in height above threshold elevation, at which a decision must be made either to continue the approach or to execute a missed approach.

Dictionary Term

Decision height (DH)

Definition

  • A specified altitude in the precision approach, charted in height above threshold elevation, at which a decision must be made either to continue the approach or to execute a missed approach.

References

  • Instrument Procedures Handbook · Federal Aviation Administration · 2017