Meteorology

décapage du givre

Removal of existing frost, ice or snow from aircraft surfaces before flight.

Quick answer: Removal of existing frost, ice or snow from aircraft surfaces before flight.

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Quick answer

Removal of existing frost, ice or snow from aircraft surfaces before flight.

Why it matters

décapage du givre matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology 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 décapage du givre?

In this glossary, décapage du givre refers to: Removal of existing frost, ice or snow from aircraft surfaces before flight.

How is décapage du givre used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Décapage du givre en cours au poste deux, prévoyez cinq minutes pour terminer."

Why does décapage du givre matter in aviation?

décapage du givre matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology 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 décapage du givre?

décapage du givre is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does décapage du givre belong to?

In this glossary, décapage du givre is grouped under Meteorology. 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

Removal of existing frost, ice or snow from aircraft surfaces before flight.

Operational example

Ground: De‑icing in progress on aircraft stand two, expect five minutes to complete.

Localized term

décapage du givre

Localized example

Décapage du givre en cours au poste deux, prévoyez cinq minutes pour terminer.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Meteorology

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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