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Trajectoire sol

The aircraft’s actual path over the ground, measured in degrees from North. Distinct from heading, which is the direction the nose points.

Quick answer: The aircraft’s actual path over the ground, measured in degrees from North. Distinct from heading, which is the direction the nose points.

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Quick answer

The aircraft’s actual path over the ground, measured in degrees from North. Distinct from heading, which is the direction the nose points.

Why it matters

Trajectoire sol matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation 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 Trajectoire sol?

In this glossary, Trajectoire sol refers to: The aircraft’s actual path over the ground, measured in degrees from North. Distinct from heading, which is the direction the nose points.

How is Trajectoire sol used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Maintenez la trajectoire sol 270 degrés pour intercepter le localizer et signalez l'établissement."

Why does Trajectoire sol matter in aviation?

Trajectoire sol matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation 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 Trajectoire sol?

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

What category does Trajectoire sol belong to?

In this glossary, Trajectoire sol is grouped under Navigation. 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 aircraft’s actual path over the ground, measured in degrees from North. Distinct from heading, which is the direction the nose points.

Operational example

Maintain track 270 degrees to intercept the localizer and report established.

Localized term

Trajectoire sol

Localized example

Maintenez la trajectoire sol 270 degrés pour intercepter le localizer et signalez l'établissement.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Navigation

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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