Ground Ops

Tractor de remolque

A motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

Quick answer: A motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

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Quick answer

A motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

Why it matters

Tractor de remolque matters because it supports clear communication in Ground Ops 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 Tractor de remolque?

In this glossary, Tractor de remolque refers to: A motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

How is Tractor de remolque used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Tierra, Lufthansa ocho cinco dos listo para pushback, tractor en posición."

Why does Tractor de remolque matter in aviation?

Tractor de remolque matters because it supports clear communication in Ground Ops 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 Tractor de remolque?

Tractor de remolque is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Tractor de remolque belong to?

In this glossary, Tractor de remolque is grouped under Ground Ops. 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 motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

Operational example

Ground, Lufthansa eight five two ready for pushback, tractor in position.

Localized term

Tractor de remolque

Localized example

Tierra, Lufthansa ocho cinco dos listo para pushback, tractor en posición.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Ground Ops

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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