Flight Phase

Positiver Steigflug

An indication, after takeoff, that the aircraft is climbing and the rate of climb is greater than zero as shown on the vertical speed indicator (VSI). Used by pilots to confirm climb before gear retraction.

Quick answer: An indication, after takeoff, that the aircraft is climbing and the rate of climb is greater than zero as shown on the vertical speed indicator (VSI). Used by pilots to confirm climb before gear retraction.

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Quick answer

An indication, after takeoff, that the aircraft is climbing and the rate of climb is greater than zero as shown on the vertical speed indicator (VSI). Used by pilots to confirm climb before gear retraction.

Why it matters

Positiver Steigflug 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 Positiver Steigflug?

In this glossary, Positiver Steigflug refers to: An indication, after takeoff, that the aircraft is climbing and the rate of climb is greater than zero as shown on the vertical speed indicator (VSI). Used by pilots to confirm climb before gear retraction.

How is Positiver Steigflug used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Nach dem Abheben meldet der Pilot 'Positiver Steigflug' und der Copilot fährt das Fahrwerk ein."

Why does Positiver Steigflug matter in aviation?

Positiver Steigflug 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 Positiver Steigflug?

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

What category does Positiver Steigflug belong to?

In this glossary, Positiver Steigflug 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

An indication, after takeoff, that the aircraft is climbing and the rate of climb is greater than zero as shown on the vertical speed indicator (VSI). Used by pilots to confirm climb before gear retraction.

Operational example

After liftoff, the pilot announces 'Positive rate' and the first officer responds by retracting the landing gear.

Localized term

Positiver Steigflug

Localized example

Nach dem Abheben meldet der Pilot 'Positiver Steigflug' und der Copilot fährt das Fahrwerk ein.

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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