Flight Phase

Régimen positivo

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

Régimen positivo 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 Régimen positivo?

In this glossary, Régimen positivo 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 Régimen positivo used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Tras el despegue, el piloto dice 'Régimen positivo' y el copiloto retrae el tren de aterrizaje."

Why does Régimen positivo matter in aviation?

Régimen positivo 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 Régimen positivo?

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

What category does Régimen positivo belong to?

In this glossary, Régimen positivo 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

Régimen positivo

Localized example

Tras el despegue, el piloto dice 'Régimen positivo' y el copiloto retrae el tren de aterrizaje.

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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