What is Kategorie B?
In this glossary, Kategorie B refers to: A Minimum Equipment List category requiring rectification of an inoperative item within three consecutive calendar days, excluding the day of discovery.
How is Kategorie B used in aviation?
In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Kategorie-B-Teil außer Betrieb, Instandsetzung innerhalb von drei Tagen gemäß MEL."
Why does Kategorie B matter in aviation?
Kategorie B matters because it supports clear communication in MEL and CDL MEL and CDL 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 Kategorie B?
Kategorie B is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.
What category does Kategorie B belong to?
In this glossary, Kategorie B is grouped under MEL and CDL MEL and CDL. 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.