Basic ATC

Espere

An instruction meaning 'wait and I will call you'; it indicates that the controller or pilot is temporarily unable to communicate.

Quick answer: An instruction meaning 'wait and I will call you'; it indicates that the controller or pilot is temporarily unable to communicate.

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Quick answer

An instruction meaning 'wait and I will call you'; it indicates that the controller or pilot is temporarily unable to communicate.

Why it matters

Espere matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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 Espere?

In this glossary, Espere refers to: An instruction meaning 'wait and I will call you'; it indicates that the controller or pilot is temporarily unable to communicate.

How is Espere used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Torre: G-ABCD, espere nuevas instrucciones."

Why does Espere matter in aviation?

Espere matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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 Espere?

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

What category does Espere belong to?

In this glossary, Espere is grouped under Basic ATC. 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 instruction meaning 'wait and I will call you'; it indicates that the controller or pilot is temporarily unable to communicate.

Operational example

Tower: G-ABCD, stand by for further instructions.

Localized term

Espere

Localized example

Torre: G-ABCD, espere nuevas instrucciones.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Basic ATC

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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