Aircraft Systems

Schubumkehr

A device used to redirect engine thrust forward to assist with deceleration after landing.

Quick answer: A device used to redirect engine thrust forward to assist with deceleration after landing.

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Quick answer

A device used to redirect engine thrust forward to assist with deceleration after landing.

Why it matters

Schubumkehr matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems 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 Schubumkehr?

In this glossary, Schubumkehr refers to: A device used to redirect engine thrust forward to assist with deceleration after landing.

How is Schubumkehr used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Nach dem Aufsetzen sofort Schubumkehr einsetzen, um den Bremsweg auf nasser Bahn zu verkürzen."

Why does Schubumkehr matter in aviation?

Schubumkehr matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems 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 Schubumkehr?

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

What category does Schubumkehr belong to?

In this glossary, Schubumkehr is grouped under Aircraft Systems. 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 device used to redirect engine thrust forward to assist with deceleration after landing.

Operational example

After touchdown, deploy thrust reverser immediately to reduce landing roll on the wet runway.

Localized term

Schubumkehr

Localized example

Nach dem Aufsetzen sofort Schubumkehr einsetzen, um den Bremsweg auf nasser Bahn zu verkürzen.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Aircraft Systems

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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