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COLD TEMPERATURE CORRECTION

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A correction in feet, based on height above airport and temperature, that is added to the aircraft’s indicated altitude to offset the effect of cold temperature on true altitude.

Source FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary · checked 2026-08-25

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