Flight Phase

Aerofreno

A flight control surface deployed by pilots to increase drag and reduce airspeed or descent rate, especially during descent and approach phases.

Quick answer: A flight control surface deployed by pilots to increase drag and reduce airspeed or descent rate, especially during descent and approach phases.

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Quick answer

A flight control surface deployed by pilots to increase drag and reduce airspeed or descent rate, especially during descent and approach phases.

Why it matters

Aerofreno 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 Aerofreno?

In this glossary, Aerofreno refers to: A flight control surface deployed by pilots to increase drag and reduce airspeed or descent rate, especially during descent and approach phases.

How is Aerofreno used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Piloto de control: 'Aerofreno desplegado.' El piloto vigila el descenso y retrae el aerofreno según sea necesario."

Why does Aerofreno matter in aviation?

Aerofreno 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 Aerofreno?

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

What category does Aerofreno belong to?

In this glossary, Aerofreno 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

A flight control surface deployed by pilots to increase drag and reduce airspeed or descent rate, especially during descent and approach phases.

Operational example

Pilot Monitoring: 'Speed brake deployed.' Pilot Flying monitors descent rate and retracts speed brakes as required.

Localized term

Aerofreno

Localized example

Piloto de control: 'Aerofreno desplegado.' El piloto vigila el descenso y retrae el aerofreno según sea necesario.

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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