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Transition speed

The airspeed at which the transition from one phase of flight to another occurs, often referencing a speed for configuration or regulatory changes (e.g., flaps up).

Quick answer: The airspeed at which the transition from one phase of flight to another occurs, often referencing a speed for configuration or regulatory changes (e.g., flaps up).

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Quick answer

The airspeed at which the transition from one phase of flight to another occurs, often referencing a speed for configuration or regulatory changes (e.g., flaps up).

Why it matters

Transition speed 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 Transition speed?

In this glossary, Transition speed refers to: The airspeed at which the transition from one phase of flight to another occurs, often referencing a speed for configuration or regulatory changes (e.g., flaps up).

How is Transition speed used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Increase to transition speed before configuring the aircraft for climb after takeoff."

Why does Transition speed matter in aviation?

Transition speed 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 Transition speed?

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

What category does Transition speed belong to?

In this glossary, Transition speed 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

The airspeed at which the transition from one phase of flight to another occurs, often referencing a speed for configuration or regulatory changes (e.g., flaps up).

Operational example

Increase to transition speed before configuring the aircraft for climb after takeoff.

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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