Ground Ops

Intake Hazard

The danger posed by the suction force of a running jet engine's intake, which can pull in objects or personnel nearby.

Quick answer: The danger posed by the suction force of a running jet engine's intake, which can pull in objects or personnel nearby.

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Quick answer

The danger posed by the suction force of a running jet engine's intake, which can pull in objects or personnel nearby.

Why it matters

Intake Hazard matters because it supports clear communication in Ground Ops contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Intake Hazard?

In this glossary, Intake Hazard refers to: The danger posed by the suction force of a running jet engine's intake, which can pull in objects or personnel nearby.

How is Intake Hazard used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Stay clear of the engine intake area; high suction can pose a serious intake hazard."

Why does Intake Hazard matter in aviation?

Intake Hazard matters because it supports clear communication in Ground Ops contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses Intake Hazard?

Intake Hazard is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Intake Hazard belong to?

In this glossary, Intake Hazard is grouped under Ground Ops. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

The danger posed by the suction force of a running jet engine's intake, which can pull in objects or personnel nearby.

Operational example

Stay clear of the engine intake area; high suction can pose a serious intake hazard.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Ground Ops

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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