What is Drift-Down-Verfahren?
In this glossary, Drift-Down-Verfahren refers to: A contingency descent profile followed after an engine failure at cruise altitude to achieve the aircraft’s new single-engine ceiling while maintaining obstacle clearance.
How is Drift-Down-Verfahren used in aviation?
In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Mayday, ein Triebwerk ausgefallen, beginne Drift-Down-Verfahren von Flugfläche 370, Hindernisfreiheit wird bis zur Drift-Down-Höhe gewährleistet."
Why does Drift-Down-Verfahren matter in aviation?
Drift-Down-Verfahren matters because it supports clear communication in Long Haul 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 Drift-Down-Verfahren?
Drift-Down-Verfahren is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.
What category does Drift-Down-Verfahren belong to?
In this glossary, Drift-Down-Verfahren is grouped under Long Haul. 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.
