AGL or Above Sea Level

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I am flying over the low countries (France) and wondering if this is AGL or ASL ?
It just doesn’t look like AGL. I have parachuting from 1000 feet. Doesn’t seem real.

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Normally altitudes are given in what is called MSL, which is what you’re referring to as ASL. It means above mean sea level.

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As stated, MSL (Mean Sea Level), important to ensure barometric pressure is set correctly on instruments inside the cockpit and reference charts for elevation.

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Sport and military jumps are AGL.

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Thanks all who have responded. It makes sense now :grinning:

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