Ground Ops

Tracteur de repoussage

A motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

Quick answer: A motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

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Quick answer

A motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

Why it matters

Tracteur de repoussage matters because it supports clear communication in Ground Ops 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 Tracteur de repoussage?

In this glossary, Tracteur de repoussage refers to: A motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

How is Tracteur de repoussage used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Sol, Lufthansa huit cinq deux prêt au repoussage, tracteur en position."

Why does Tracteur de repoussage matter in aviation?

Tracteur de repoussage matters because it supports clear communication in Ground Ops 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 Tracteur de repoussage?

Tracteur de repoussage is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Tracteur de repoussage belong to?

In this glossary, Tracteur de repoussage is grouped under Ground Ops. 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 motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

Operational example

Ground, Lufthansa eight five two ready for pushback, tractor in position.

Localized term

Tracteur de repoussage

Localized example

Sol, Lufthansa huit cinq deux prêt au repoussage, tracteur en position.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Ground Ops

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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