Basic ATC

Viento en cara

The initial leg of the traffic pattern after takeoff, flown parallel to the runway and in the direction of departure.

Quick answer: The initial leg of the traffic pattern after takeoff, flown parallel to the runway and in the direction of departure.

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Quick answer

The initial leg of the traffic pattern after takeoff, flown parallel to the runway and in the direction of departure.

Why it matters

Viento en cara 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 Viento en cara?

In this glossary, Viento en cara refers to: The initial leg of the traffic pattern after takeoff, flown parallel to the runway and in the direction of departure.

How is Viento en cara used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Torre: N47BA, extienda viento en cara para secuencia, tráfico en base."

Why does Viento en cara matter in aviation?

Viento en cara 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 Viento en cara?

Viento en cara is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Viento en cara belong to?

In this glossary, Viento en cara 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

The initial leg of the traffic pattern after takeoff, flown parallel to the runway and in the direction of departure.

Operational example

Tower: N47BA, extend upwind for sequencing, traffic on base.

Localized term

Viento en cara

Localized example

Torre: N47BA, extienda viento en cara para secuencia, tráfico en base.

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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