Basic ATC

Piste

A defined rectangular area on a land aerodrome prepared for the landing and takeoff of aircraft.

Quick answer: A defined rectangular area on a land aerodrome prepared for the landing and takeoff of aircraft.

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Quick answer

A defined rectangular area on a land aerodrome prepared for the landing and takeoff of aircraft.

Why it matters

Piste 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 Piste?

In this glossary, Piste refers to: A defined rectangular area on a land aerodrome prepared for the landing and takeoff of aircraft.

How is Piste used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Le pilote demande : 'Demande autorisation de traverser la piste 27 à la voie de circulation Charlie.'"

Why does Piste matter in aviation?

Piste 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 Piste?

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

What category does Piste belong to?

In this glossary, Piste 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 defined rectangular area on a land aerodrome prepared for the landing and takeoff of aircraft.

Operational example

Pilot requests: 'Requesting clearance to cross runway 27 at taxiway Charlie.'

Localized term

Piste

Localized example

Le pilote demande : 'Demande autorisation de traverser la piste 27 à la voie de circulation Charlie.'

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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