Basic ATC

Orbite

A 360-degree turn in the air to delay or maintain position.

Quick answer: A 360-degree turn in the air to delay or maintain position.

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Quick answer

A 360-degree turn in the air to delay or maintain position.

Why it matters

Orbite matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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 Orbite?

In this glossary, Orbite refers to: A 360-degree turn in the air to delay or maintain position.

How is Orbite used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "La tour instruit : 'Orbite à gauche au-dessus du terrain, maintenez 3000 pieds.'"

Why does Orbite matter in aviation?

Orbite matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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 Orbite?

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

What category does Orbite belong to?

In this glossary, Orbite is grouped under Basic ATC. 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

A 360-degree turn in the air to delay or maintain position.

Operational example

Tower instructs: 'Orbit left over the field, maintain 3000 feet.'

Localized term

Orbite

Localized example

La tour instruit : 'Orbite à gauche au-dessus du terrain, maintenez 3000 pieds.'

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Basic ATC

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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