Aircraft Systems

orifice statique

An external opening on an aircraft that senses ambient atmospheric pressure for use by the pitot-static system.

Quick answer: An external opening on an aircraft that senses ambient atmospheric pressure for use by the pitot-static system.

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Quick answer

An external opening on an aircraft that senses ambient atmospheric pressure for use by the pitot-static system.

Why it matters

orifice statique 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 orifice statique?

In this glossary, orifice statique refers to: An external opening on an aircraft that senses ambient atmospheric pressure for use by the pitot-static system.

How is orifice statique used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Orifice statique bouché, indications d'altitude et de vitesse non fiables signalées à l’ATC."

Why does orifice statique matter in aviation?

orifice statique 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 orifice statique?

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

What category does orifice statique belong to?

In this glossary, orifice statique 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

An external opening on an aircraft that senses ambient atmospheric pressure for use by the pitot-static system.

Operational example

Static port blocked, unreliable altitude and airspeed indications reported to ATC.

Localized term

orifice statique

Localized example

Orifice statique bouché, indications d'altitude et de vitesse non fiables signalées à l’ATC.

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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