Basic ATC
The rate at which an aircraft is moving through the air, usually expressed in knots.
Quick answer: The rate at which an aircraft is moving through the air, usually expressed in knots.
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The rate at which an aircraft is moving through the air, usually expressed in knots.
Vitesse 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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In this glossary, Vitesse refers to: The rate at which an aircraft is moving through the air, usually expressed in knots.
In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Le pilote rapporte : 'Maintien de la vitesse à 250 nœuds, dégagé du trafic.'"
Vitesse 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.
Vitesse is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.
In this glossary, Vitesse is grouped under Basic ATC. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.
This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.
The rate at which an aircraft is moving through the air, usually expressed in knots.
Pilot reports: 'Maintaining speed 250 knots, clear of traffic.'
Vitesse
Le pilote rapporte : 'Maintien de la vitesse à 250 nœuds, dégagé du trafic.'
English reference definition
ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG
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