Flight Phase

Vorderkantenklappe

A movable aerodynamic surface, such as a slat or Krueger flap, installed on the wing’s leading edge and extended to increase lift during takeoff or landing.

Quick answer: A movable aerodynamic surface, such as a slat or Krueger flap, installed on the wing’s leading edge and extended to increase lift during takeoff or landing.

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Quick answer

A movable aerodynamic surface, such as a slat or Krueger flap, installed on the wing’s leading edge and extended to increase lift during takeoff or landing.

Why it matters

Vorderkantenklappe 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 Vorderkantenklappe?

In this glossary, Vorderkantenklappe refers to: A movable aerodynamic surface, such as a slat or Krueger flap, installed on the wing’s leading edge and extended to increase lift during takeoff or landing.

How is Vorderkantenklappe used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Flugbesatzung, bestätigen Sie, dass alle Vorderkantenklappen ausgefahren sind und melden Sie den Status vor dem Endanflug."

Why does Vorderkantenklappe matter in aviation?

Vorderkantenklappe 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 Vorderkantenklappe?

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

What category does Vorderkantenklappe belong to?

In this glossary, Vorderkantenklappe 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

A movable aerodynamic surface, such as a slat or Krueger flap, installed on the wing’s leading edge and extended to increase lift during takeoff or landing.

Operational example

Flight crew, confirm all leading-edge devices are deployed and indicate status before final approach.

Localized term

Vorderkantenklappe

Localized example

Flugbesatzung, bestätigen Sie, dass alle Vorderkantenklappen ausgefahren sind und melden Sie den Status vor dem Endanflug.

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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