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Aviation abbreviation

# reach cruising altitude

RCA, RCALT

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## Meaning of reach cruising altitude

RCA stands for reach cruising altitude in FAA terminology.

### More about reach cruising altitude

This abbreviation is used in air navigation. The English reference lists reach cruising altitude with the abbreviation RCA.

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

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