Flight Phase

Vitesse d'atterrissage de référence

The speed selected as a reference for final approach and landing, often denoted as Vref; used for approach calculations and stabilized approach criteria.

Quick answer: The speed selected as a reference for final approach and landing, often denoted as Vref; used for approach calculations and stabilized approach criteria.

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Quick answer

The speed selected as a reference for final approach and landing, often denoted as Vref; used for approach calculations and stabilized approach criteria.

Why it matters

Vitesse d'atterrissage de référence 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

What is Vitesse d'atterrissage de référence?

In this glossary, Vitesse d'atterrissage de référence refers to: The speed selected as a reference for final approach and landing, often denoted as Vref; used for approach calculations and stabilized approach criteria.

How is Vitesse d'atterrissage de référence used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Maintenez la vitesse d'atterrissage de référence jusqu'à franchir le seuil de piste pour une approche stabilisée."

Why does Vitesse d'atterrissage de référence matter in aviation?

Vitesse d'atterrissage de référence 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 Vitesse d'atterrissage de référence?

Vitesse d'atterrissage de référence is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Vitesse d'atterrissage de référence belong to?

In this glossary, Vitesse d'atterrissage de référence 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

The speed selected as a reference for final approach and landing, often denoted as Vref; used for approach calculations and stabilized approach criteria.

Operational example

Maintain reference landing speed until crossing the runway threshold for a stabilized approach.

Localized term

Vitesse d'atterrissage de référence

Localized example

Maintenez la vitesse d'atterrissage de référence jusqu'à franchir le seuil de piste pour une approche stabilisée.

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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