Aviation Dictionary

Touchdown zone elevation (TDZE)

The highest elevation in the first 3,000 feet of the landing surface, TDZE is indicated on the instrument approach procedure chart when straight-in landing minimums are authorized.

Dictionary Term

Touchdown zone elevation (TDZE)

Definition

The highest elevation in the first 3,000 feet of the landing surface, TDZE is indicated on the instrument approach procedure chart when straight-in landing minimums are authorized.

References

Instrument Procedures Handbook · Federal Aviation Administration · 2017