Cabin

Fauteuil roulant (WCHR)

Wheelchair service code for a passenger requiring assistance to and from the aircraft but able to ascend and descend steps independently.

Quick answer: Wheelchair service code for a passenger requiring assistance to and from the aircraft but able to ascend and descend steps independently.

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Quick answer

Wheelchair service code for a passenger requiring assistance to and from the aircraft but able to ascend and descend steps independently.

Why it matters

Fauteuil roulant (WCHR) matters because it supports clear communication in Cabin 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

Questions and answers

What is Fauteuil roulant (WCHR)?

In this glossary, Fauteuil roulant (WCHR) refers to: Wheelchair service code for a passenger requiring assistance to and from the aircraft but able to ascend and descend steps independently.

How is Fauteuil roulant (WCHR) used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Assurez-vous que le passager demandant un fauteuil roulant (WCHR) est assisté jusqu’à la porte et que toutes les exigences sont satisfaites avant l’embarquement."

Why does Fauteuil roulant (WCHR) matter in aviation?

Fauteuil roulant (WCHR) matters because it supports clear communication in Cabin 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 Fauteuil roulant (WCHR)?

Fauteuil roulant (WCHR) is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Fauteuil roulant (WCHR) belong to?

In this glossary, Fauteuil roulant (WCHR) is grouped under Cabin. 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

Wheelchair service code for a passenger requiring assistance to and from the aircraft but able to ascend and descend steps independently.

Operational example

Confirm the passenger requesting Wheelchair WCHR is assisted to the gate and that all requirements are met prior to boarding.

Localized term

Fauteuil roulant (WCHR)

Localized example

Assurez-vous que le passager demandant un fauteuil roulant (WCHR) est assisté jusqu’à la porte et que toutes les exigences sont satisfaites avant l’embarquement.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Cabin

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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