Aircraft Systems

communication par satellite

A long-range communication system using satellites, enabling cockpit and company contact beyond VHF and HF range.

Quick answer: A long-range communication system using satellites, enabling cockpit and company contact beyond VHF and HF range.

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Quick answer

A long-range communication system using satellites, enabling cockpit and company contact beyond VHF and HF range.

Why it matters

communication par satellite matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems 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 communication par satellite?

In this glossary, communication par satellite refers to: A long-range communication system using satellites, enabling cockpit and company contact beyond VHF and HF range.

How is communication par satellite used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Passage à la communication par satellite en raison de la limitation de portée VHF au-dessus de l’océan."

Why does communication par satellite matter in aviation?

communication par satellite matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems 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 communication par satellite?

communication par satellite is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does communication par satellite belong to?

In this glossary, communication par satellite is grouped under Aircraft Systems. 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 long-range communication system using satellites, enabling cockpit and company contact beyond VHF and HF range.

Operational example

Switching to satellite communication due to VHF range limitation over oceanic sector.

Localized term

communication par satellite

Localized example

Passage à la communication par satellite en raison de la limitation de portée VHF au-dessus de l’océan.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Aircraft Systems

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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