Emergencies

Balise de localisation d'urgence

A portable beacon transmitting a distress signal for search and rescue, sometimes used interchangeably with ELT in aviation.

Quick answer: A portable beacon transmitting a distress signal for search and rescue, sometimes used interchangeably with ELT in aviation.

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Quick answer

A portable beacon transmitting a distress signal for search and rescue, sometimes used interchangeably with ELT in aviation.

Why it matters

Balise de localisation d'urgence matters because it supports clear communication in Emergencies 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

What is Balise de localisation d'urgence?

In this glossary, Balise de localisation d'urgence refers to: A portable beacon transmitting a distress signal for search and rescue, sometimes used interchangeably with ELT in aviation.

How is Balise de localisation d'urgence used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "La balise de localisation d'urgence a été déployée manuellement par l'équipage pour aider les secours à localiser le site du crash."

Why does Balise de localisation d'urgence matter in aviation?

Balise de localisation d'urgence matters because it supports clear communication in Emergencies 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 de localisation d'urgence?

Balise de localisation d'urgence is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Balise de localisation d'urgence belong to?

In this glossary, Balise de localisation d'urgence is grouped under Emergencies. 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 portable beacon transmitting a distress signal for search and rescue, sometimes used interchangeably with ELT in aviation.

Operational example

The Emergency Locator Beacon was manually deployed by the crew to help search and rescue locate the crash site.

Localized term

Balise de localisation d'urgence

Localized example

La balise de localisation d'urgence a été déployée manuellement par l'équipage pour aider les secours à localiser le site du crash.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Emergencies

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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