Ground Ops

Passerelle télescopique

An enclosed, movable connector that extends from the airport terminal gate to an aircraft door for passenger boarding and disembarkation.

Quick answer: An enclosed, movable connector that extends from the airport terminal gate to an aircraft door for passenger boarding and disembarkation.

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Quick answer

An enclosed, movable connector that extends from the airport terminal gate to an aircraft door for passenger boarding and disembarkation.

Why it matters

Passerelle télescopique 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 Passerelle télescopique?

In this glossary, Passerelle télescopique refers to: An enclosed, movable connector that extends from the airport terminal gate to an aircraft door for passenger boarding and disembarkation.

How is Passerelle télescopique used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "La passerelle n’est pas alignée ; veuillez maintenir la position jusqu’à ce qu’elle soit sécurisée."

Why does Passerelle télescopique matter in aviation?

Passerelle télescopique 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 Passerelle télescopique?

Passerelle télescopique is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Passerelle télescopique belong to?

In this glossary, Passerelle télescopique 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 enclosed, movable connector that extends from the airport terminal gate to an aircraft door for passenger boarding and disembarkation.

Operational example

The jet bridge is not aligned; please hold position until it is secured.

Localized term

Passerelle télescopique

Localized example

La passerelle n’est pas alignée ; veuillez maintenir la position jusqu’à ce qu’elle soit sécurisée.

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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