Ground Ops

Hochlader

A high-lift ground support equipment used to load and unload Unit Load Devices (ULDs) or pallets into aircraft cargo holds, typically at the main deck level.

Quick answer: A high-lift ground support equipment used to load and unload Unit Load Devices (ULDs) or pallets into aircraft cargo holds, typically at the main deck level.

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Quick answer

A high-lift ground support equipment used to load and unload Unit Load Devices (ULDs) or pallets into aircraft cargo holds, typically at the main deck level.

Why it matters

Hochlader matters because it supports clear communication in Ground Ops 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 Hochlader?

In this glossary, Hochlader refers to: A high-lift ground support equipment used to load and unload Unit Load Devices (ULDs) or pallets into aircraft cargo holds, typically at the main deck level.

How is Hochlader used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Boden, Cargolux 865, Hochlader ist noch an der hinteren Frachttür, bitte Verzögerung beim Pushback."

Why does Hochlader matter in aviation?

Hochlader matters because it supports clear communication in Ground Ops 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 Hochlader?

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

What category does Hochlader belong to?

In this glossary, Hochlader is grouped under Ground Ops. 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 high-lift ground support equipment used to load and unload Unit Load Devices (ULDs) or pallets into aircraft cargo holds, typically at the main deck level.

Operational example

Ground, Cargolux 865, hi-loader still positioned at aft cargo hold, request delay on pushback.

Localized term

Hochlader

Localized example

Boden, Cargolux 865, Hochlader ist noch an der hinteren Frachttür, bitte Verzögerung beim Pushback.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Ground Ops

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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