Flight Phase

Taux positif

An indication, after takeoff, that the aircraft is climbing and the rate of climb is greater than zero as shown on the vertical speed indicator (VSI). Used by pilots to confirm climb before gear retraction.

Quick answer: An indication, after takeoff, that the aircraft is climbing and the rate of climb is greater than zero as shown on the vertical speed indicator (VSI). Used by pilots to confirm climb before gear retraction.

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Quick answer

An indication, after takeoff, that the aircraft is climbing and the rate of climb is greater than zero as shown on the vertical speed indicator (VSI). Used by pilots to confirm climb before gear retraction.

Why it matters

Taux positif matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Phase 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 Taux positif?

In this glossary, Taux positif refers to: An indication, after takeoff, that the aircraft is climbing and the rate of climb is greater than zero as shown on the vertical speed indicator (VSI). Used by pilots to confirm climb before gear retraction.

How is Taux positif used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Après le décollage, le pilote annonce 'Taux positif' et le copilote rentre le train d’atterrissage."

Why does Taux positif matter in aviation?

Taux positif matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Phase 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 Taux positif?

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

What category does Taux positif belong to?

In this glossary, Taux positif is grouped under Flight Phase. 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 indication, after takeoff, that the aircraft is climbing and the rate of climb is greater than zero as shown on the vertical speed indicator (VSI). Used by pilots to confirm climb before gear retraction.

Operational example

After liftoff, the pilot announces 'Positive rate' and the first officer responds by retracting the landing gear.

Localized term

Taux positif

Localized example

Après le décollage, le pilote annonce 'Taux positif' et le copilote rentre le train d’atterrissage.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Flight Phase

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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