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Décalage parallèle

A specific type of offset in which the aircraft flies a route parallel to the original track, usually by a set number of nautical miles left or right, as instructed by ATC.

Quick answer: A specific type of offset in which the aircraft flies a route parallel to the original track, usually by a set number of nautical miles left or right, as instructed by ATC.

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Quick answer

A specific type of offset in which the aircraft flies a route parallel to the original track, usually by a set number of nautical miles left or right, as instructed by ATC.

Why it matters

Décalage parallèle matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation 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 Décalage parallèle?

In this glossary, Décalage parallèle refers to: A specific type of offset in which the aircraft flies a route parallel to the original track, usually by a set number of nautical miles left or right, as instructed by ATC.

How is Décalage parallèle used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Maintenez un décalage parallèle de 5 milles nautiques à droite de la route jusqu’à nouvel avis ATC."

Why does Décalage parallèle matter in aviation?

Décalage parallèle matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation 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 Décalage parallèle?

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

What category does Décalage parallèle belong to?

In this glossary, Décalage parallèle is grouped under Navigation. 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 specific type of offset in which the aircraft flies a route parallel to the original track, usually by a set number of nautical miles left or right, as instructed by ATC.

Operational example

Maintain a parallel offset 5 nautical miles right of course until advised by ATC.

Localized term

Décalage parallèle

Localized example

Maintenez un décalage parallèle de 5 milles nautiques à droite de la route jusqu’à nouvel avis ATC.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Navigation

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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