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Desplazamiento paralelo

A specific type of offset in which the aircraft flies a route parallel to the original track, usually by a set number of nautical miles left or right, as instructed by ATC.

Quick answer: A specific type of offset in which the aircraft flies a route parallel to the original track, usually by a set number of nautical miles left or right, as instructed by ATC.

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Quick answer

A specific type of offset in which the aircraft flies a route parallel to the original track, usually by a set number of nautical miles left or right, as instructed by ATC.

Why it matters

Desplazamiento paralelo matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation 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 Desplazamiento paralelo?

In this glossary, Desplazamiento paralelo refers to: A specific type of offset in which the aircraft flies a route parallel to the original track, usually by a set number of nautical miles left or right, as instructed by ATC.

How is Desplazamiento paralelo used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Mantenga un desplazamiento paralelo 5 millas náuticas a la derecha del rumbo hasta nuevo aviso de ATC."

Why does Desplazamiento paralelo matter in aviation?

Desplazamiento paralelo matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation 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 Desplazamiento paralelo?

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

What category does Desplazamiento paralelo belong to?

In this glossary, Desplazamiento paralelo is grouped under Navigation. 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 specific type of offset in which the aircraft flies a route parallel to the original track, usually by a set number of nautical miles left or right, as instructed by ATC.

Operational example

Maintain a parallel offset 5 nautical miles right of course until advised by ATC.

Localized term

Desplazamiento paralelo

Localized example

Mantenga un desplazamiento paralelo 5 millas náuticas a la derecha del rumbo hasta nuevo aviso de ATC.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Navigation

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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