Ground Ops

Borne de Ravitaillement

An underground fueling system point on the apron where aircraft can be refueled directly through a hydrant instead of fuel trucks.

Quick answer: An underground fueling system point on the apron where aircraft can be refueled directly through a hydrant instead of fuel trucks.

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Quick answer

An underground fueling system point on the apron where aircraft can be refueled directly through a hydrant instead of fuel trucks.

Why it matters

Borne de Ravitaillement 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 Borne de Ravitaillement?

In this glossary, Borne de Ravitaillement refers to: An underground fueling system point on the apron where aircraft can be refueled directly through a hydrant instead of fuel trucks.

How is Borne de Ravitaillement used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "L'avion sera ravitaillé via le système de borne de ravitaillement de l'aire ; aucun camion-citerne requis."

Why does Borne de Ravitaillement matter in aviation?

Borne de Ravitaillement 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 Borne de Ravitaillement?

Borne de Ravitaillement is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Borne de Ravitaillement belong to?

In this glossary, Borne de Ravitaillement 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

An underground fueling system point on the apron where aircraft can be refueled directly through a hydrant instead of fuel trucks.

Operational example

The aircraft will be fueled via the apron’s fuel hydrant system; no bowser required.

Localized term

Borne de Ravitaillement

Localized example

L'avion sera ravitaillé via le système de borne de ravitaillement de l'aire ; aucun camion-citerne requis.

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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