Emergencies

Système d'Alerte de Proximité du Sol

An onboard system that alerts pilots if the aircraft is in immediate danger of flying into the ground or an obstacle.

Quick answer: An onboard system that alerts pilots if the aircraft is in immediate danger of flying into the ground or an obstacle.

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Quick answer

An onboard system that alerts pilots if the aircraft is in immediate danger of flying into the ground or an obstacle.

Why it matters

Système d'Alerte de Proximité du Sol 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 Système d'Alerte de Proximité du Sol?

In this glossary, Système d'Alerte de Proximité du Sol refers to: An onboard system that alerts pilots if the aircraft is in immediate danger of flying into the ground or an obstacle.

How is Système d'Alerte de Proximité du Sol used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Alerte de proximité du sol activée. Tirez immédiatement. Nous évitons le terrain."

Why does Système d'Alerte de Proximité du Sol matter in aviation?

Système d'Alerte de Proximité du Sol 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 Système d'Alerte de Proximité du Sol?

Système d'Alerte de Proximité du Sol is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Système d'Alerte de Proximité du Sol belong to?

In this glossary, Système d'Alerte de Proximité du Sol 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

An onboard system that alerts pilots if the aircraft is in immediate danger of flying into the ground or an obstacle.

Operational example

Ground proximity warning activated. Pull up immediately. We're executing terrain avoidance.

Localized term

Système d'Alerte de Proximité du Sol

Localized example

Alerte de proximité du sol activée. Tirez immédiatement. Nous évitons le terrain.

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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