Meteorology

turbulence modérée

Turbulence that causes changes in altitude and/or attitude but aircraft remains in control; occupants may feel strain against seat belts.

Quick answer: Turbulence that causes changes in altitude and/or attitude but aircraft remains in control; occupants may feel strain against seat belts.

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Quick answer

Turbulence that causes changes in altitude and/or attitude but aircraft remains in control; occupants may feel strain against seat belts.

Why it matters

turbulence modérée matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology 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 turbulence modérée?

In this glossary, turbulence modérée refers to: Turbulence that causes changes in altitude and/or attitude but aircraft remains in control; occupants may feel strain against seat belts.

How is turbulence modérée used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Nous rencontrons des turbulences modérées au FL350, demandons une altitude inférieure."

Why does turbulence modérée matter in aviation?

turbulence modérée matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology 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 turbulence modérée?

turbulence modérée is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does turbulence modérée belong to?

In this glossary, turbulence modérée is grouped under Meteorology. 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

Turbulence that causes changes in altitude and/or attitude but aircraft remains in control; occupants may feel strain against seat belts.

Operational example

Pilot: Experiencing moderate turbulence at FL350, requesting lower altitude.

Localized term

turbulence modérée

Localized example

Nous rencontrons des turbulences modérées au FL350, demandons une altitude inférieure.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Meteorology

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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