Flight Planning

Länge der Freifläche

A defined rectangular area beyond the runway, free of obstructions, suitable for aircraft to continue take-off in case of engine failure.

Quick answer: A defined rectangular area beyond the runway, free of obstructions, suitable for aircraft to continue take-off in case of engine failure.

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A defined rectangular area beyond the runway, free of obstructions, suitable for aircraft to continue take-off in case of engine failure.

Why it matters

Länge der Freifläche 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.

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Questions and answers

What is Länge der Freifläche?

In this glossary, Länge der Freifläche refers to: A defined rectangular area beyond the runway, free of obstructions, suitable for aircraft to continue take-off in case of engine failure.

How is Länge der Freifläche used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Turm: Bahn 09 hat eine Freifläche von 200 Metern nach dem Pistenende verfügbar."

Why does Länge der Freifläche matter in aviation?

Länge der Freifläche 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 Länge der Freifläche?

Länge der Freifläche is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Länge der Freifläche belong to?

In this glossary, Länge der Freifläche 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.

Definition

A defined rectangular area beyond the runway, free of obstructions, suitable for aircraft to continue take-off in case of engine failure.

Operational example

Tower: Runway 09 has a clearway length of 200 meters available for take-off beyond the runway end.

Localized term

Länge der Freifläche

Localized example

Turm: Bahn 09 hat eine Freifläche von 200 Metern nach dem Pistenende verfügbar.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Flight Planning

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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