Advanced ATC

Mode autoland fail-passive

Autoland configuration where a single failure causes autopilot disengage but leaves aircraft in trim, allowing manual landing continuation.

Quick answer: Autoland configuration where a single failure causes autopilot disengage but leaves aircraft in trim, allowing manual landing continuation.

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Quick answer

Autoland configuration where a single failure causes autopilot disengage but leaves aircraft in trim, allowing manual landing continuation.

Why it matters

Mode autoland fail-passive matters because it supports clear communication in Advanced 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

What is Mode autoland fail-passive?

In this glossary, Mode autoland fail-passive refers to: Autoland configuration where a single failure causes autopilot disengage but leaves aircraft in trim, allowing manual landing continuation.

How is Mode autoland fail-passive used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Mode autoland fail-passive sélectionné, prise en main manuelle requise si une panne canal unique survient sous la hauteur de décision."

Why does Mode autoland fail-passive matter in aviation?

Mode autoland fail-passive matters because it supports clear communication in Advanced 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 Mode autoland fail-passive?

Mode autoland fail-passive is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Mode autoland fail-passive belong to?

In this glossary, Mode autoland fail-passive is grouped under Advanced 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

Autoland configuration where a single failure causes autopilot disengage but leaves aircraft in trim, allowing manual landing continuation.

Operational example

Fail-passive autoland mode selected, manual takeover required if any single channel fault occurs below decision height.

Localized term

Mode autoland fail-passive

Localized example

Mode autoland fail-passive sélectionné, prise en main manuelle requise si une panne canal unique survient sous la hauteur de décision.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Advanced 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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