Flight Phase

Dispositif de bord de fuite

A movable aerodynamic surface located on the trailing edge of an aircraft wing, such as a flap, extended to increase lift and control at low speeds, especially during takeoff and landing.

Quick answer: A movable aerodynamic surface located on the trailing edge of an aircraft wing, such as a flap, extended to increase lift and control at low speeds, especially during takeoff and landing.

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Quick answer

A movable aerodynamic surface located on the trailing edge of an aircraft wing, such as a flap, extended to increase lift and control at low speeds, especially during takeoff and landing.

Why it matters

Dispositif de bord de fuite matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Phase 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 Dispositif de bord de fuite?

In this glossary, Dispositif de bord de fuite refers to: A movable aerodynamic surface located on the trailing edge of an aircraft wing, such as a flap, extended to increase lift and control at low speeds, especially during takeoff and landing.

How is Dispositif de bord de fuite used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Confirmez que tous les dispositifs de bord de fuite sont déployés avant l’atterrissage et maintenez la configuration jusqu’à la vitesse de roulage."

Why does Dispositif de bord de fuite matter in aviation?

Dispositif de bord de fuite matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Phase 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 Dispositif de bord de fuite?

Dispositif de bord de fuite is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Dispositif de bord de fuite belong to?

In this glossary, Dispositif de bord de fuite is grouped under Flight Phase. 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 movable aerodynamic surface located on the trailing edge of an aircraft wing, such as a flap, extended to increase lift and control at low speeds, especially during takeoff and landing.

Operational example

Confirm all trailing-edge devices are extended before landing and maintain configuration until reaching taxi speed.

Localized term

Dispositif de bord de fuite

Localized example

Confirmez que tous les dispositifs de bord de fuite sont déployés avant l’atterrissage et maintenez la configuration jusqu’à la vitesse de roulage.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Flight Phase

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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