Pilot/Controller Glossary
ALTITUDE RESTRICTION
This reproduces published FAA reference text for study. It does not replace the current official FAA publication or regulation.
An altitude or altitudes, stated in the order flown, which are to be maintained until reaching a specific point or time. Altitude restrictions may be issued by ATC due to traffic, terrain, or other airspace considerations.
Retrieved from ecfr.gov on July 18, 2026.