What is take‑off safety speed?
In this glossary, take‑off safety speed refers to: Target airspeed reached after V2 during take‑off, providing sufficient climb gradient with one engine inoperative.
How is take‑off safety speed used in aviation?
In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Pilot: Reaching take‑off safety speed now, gear up and positive rate, one engine failure performance confirmed."
Why does take‑off safety speed matter in aviation?
take‑off safety speed matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Planning 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 take‑off safety speed?
take‑off safety speed is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.
What category does take‑off safety speed belong to?
In this glossary, take‑off safety speed is grouped under Flight Planning. 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.