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Aviation abbreviation

# minimum descent height

MDH

ABBR · Flying skills

At a glance

## Meaning of minimum descent height

MDH stands for minimum descent height in FAA terminology.

### More about minimum descent height

This abbreviation is used in flying and flight procedures. The English reference lists minimum descent height with the abbreviation MDH.

FAA abbreviations reflect US aviation usage. Their meaning and permitted use can differ in documents from other countries.

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