What is Gilet de sauvetage?
In this glossary, Gilet de sauvetage refers to: Personal flotation device provided to each occupant for use during water ditching or sea evacuation.
How is Gilet de sauvetage used in aviation?
In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "L’équipage cabine a vérifié que chaque passager avait un gilet de sauvetage rangé et a démontré la bonne façon de l’enfiler pendant la démonstration de sécurité."
Why does Gilet de sauvetage matter in aviation?
Gilet de sauvetage matters because it supports clear communication in Cabin Safety 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 Gilet de sauvetage?
Gilet de sauvetage is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.
What category does Gilet de sauvetage belong to?
In this glossary, Gilet de sauvetage is grouped under Cabin Safety. 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.