Fueling Deicing

cable de puesta a tierra

Flexible conductor that equalises electrical potential between aircraft and refueling equipment to prevent static discharge.

Quick answer: Flexible conductor that equalises electrical potential between aircraft and refueling equipment to prevent static discharge.

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Quick answer

Flexible conductor that equalises electrical potential between aircraft and refueling equipment to prevent static discharge.

Why it matters

cable de puesta a tierra matters because it supports clear communication in Fueling Deicing 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 cable de puesta a tierra?

In this glossary, cable de puesta a tierra refers to: Flexible conductor that equalises electrical potential between aircraft and refueling equipment to prevent static discharge.

How is cable de puesta a tierra used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Revisión de seguridad: el cable de puesta a tierra debe conectarse antes de abrir la válvula de repostaje; no hacerlo puede causar descarga estática y riesgo de incendio."

Why does cable de puesta a tierra matter in aviation?

cable de puesta a tierra matters because it supports clear communication in Fueling Deicing 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 cable de puesta a tierra?

cable de puesta a tierra is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does cable de puesta a tierra belong to?

In this glossary, cable de puesta a tierra is grouped under Fueling Deicing. 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

Flexible conductor that equalises electrical potential between aircraft and refueling equipment to prevent static discharge.

Operational example

Safety check: bonding cable must be attached before opening the refuel valve; failure to bond may cause static discharge and fire risk.

Localized term

cable de puesta a tierra

Localized example

Revisión de seguridad: el cable de puesta a tierra debe conectarse antes de abrir la válvula de repostaje; no hacerlo puede causar descarga estática y riesgo de incendio.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Fueling Deicing

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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