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Service Ceiling.
Service Ceiling - as a noun
Altitude above which a plane cannot climb faster than a given rate
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
combat ceilingExample Sentences
"The service ceiling of the aircraft is 42,000 feet."
"The service ceiling determines the maximum altitude an aircraft can reach."
"The service ceiling was a critical factor in selecting the aircraft for high altitude missions."
"Pilots must be aware of the service ceiling of their aircraft to ensure safe operations."
"The service ceiling of most commercial airliners is above 35,000 feet."