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Taxi

To move an aircraft on the surface of an aerodrome under its own power, except when taking off and landing. Used in ATC instructions to direct aircraft ground movements.

Quick answer: To move an aircraft on the surface of an aerodrome under its own power, except when taking off and landing. Used in ATC instructions to direct aircraft ground movements.

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Quick answer

To move an aircraft on the surface of an aerodrome under its own power, except when taking off and landing. Used in ATC instructions to direct aircraft ground movements.

Why it matters

Taxi matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Phase 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 Taxi?

In this glossary, Taxi refers to: To move an aircraft on the surface of an aerodrome under its own power, except when taking off and landing. Used in ATC instructions to direct aircraft ground movements.

How is Taxi used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Taxi to holding point Bravo Two via Alpha and Bravo. Hold short of Runway 27 Left."

Why does Taxi matter in aviation?

Taxi matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Phase 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 Taxi?

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

What category does Taxi belong to?

In this glossary, Taxi is grouped under Flight Phase. 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

To move an aircraft on the surface of an aerodrome under its own power, except when taking off and landing. Used in ATC instructions to direct aircraft ground movements.

Operational example

Taxi to holding point Bravo Two via Alpha and Bravo. Hold short of Runway 27 Left.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Flight Phase

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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