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Ground Ops

Balise allumée

Indicates that the aircraft's anti-collision beacon lights have been switched on, typically prior to engine start, signaling that engines may be running or about to start.

Quick answer: Indicates that the aircraft's anti-collision beacon lights have been switched on, typically prior to engine start, signaling that engines may be running or about to start.

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Quick answer

Indicates that the aircraft's anti-collision beacon lights have been switched on, typically prior to engine start, signaling that engines may be running or about to start.

Why it matters

Balise allumée 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 Balise allumée?

In this glossary, Balise allumée refers to: Indicates that the aircraft's anti-collision beacon lights have been switched on, typically prior to engine start, signaling that engines may be running or about to start.

How is Balise allumée used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Tour, balise allumée et prêt pour repoussage. Demande d'autorisation."

Why does Balise allumée matter in aviation?

Balise allumée 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 Balise allumée?

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

What category does Balise allumée belong to?

In this glossary, Balise allumée 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

Indicates that the aircraft's anti-collision beacon lights have been switched on, typically prior to engine start, signaling that engines may be running or about to start.

Operational example

Tower, beacon is on and ready for pushback. Requesting clearance.

Localized term

Balise allumée

Localized example

Tour, balise allumée et prêt pour repoussage. Demande d'autorisation.

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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