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altitudine di decisione

Specified altitude in precision approach at which a missed approach must be initiated if runway not in sight.

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altitudine di densità

Altitude at which the aircraft feels it is flying based on current pressure, temperature, and humidity, affecting performance.

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altitudine di pressione

Altitude indicated when the altimeter is set to the standard pressure setting of 1013.25 hPa (29.92 inHg).

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carburante alternato in rotta

Fuel required to fly from the destination to an alternate aerodrome en‑route under planned conditions.

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carburante riserva fissa

Fixed quantity of fuel required to be carried for emergencies as per regulatory minimum reserve rules.

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carburante riserva variabile

Additional reserve fuel calculated proportionally to flight time beyond the fixed reserve, for unforeseen delays.

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carburante taxi‑in

Estimated fuel required for taxiing after landing, including clearing runway and reaching gate.

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carburante taxi‑out

Fuel required for engine start, taxi, and contingencies before take-off.

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climb del secondo segmento

Climb segment from gear retraction to acceleration altitude with one-engine inoperative, maintaining prescribed gradient.

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climb finale di decollo

Climb segment after acceleration and flap retraction up to en‑route climb altitude with one-engine inoperative.

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Codice Di Condizione Pista

Numeric Value From 0 To 6 Indicating The Braking Action And Surface Condition Of A Runway As Published In A Runway Condition Report.

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Componente Di Vento Frontale

Wind Blowing Opposite To Aircraft Movement, Increasing Lift And Reducing Required Take‑Off Or Landing Distance.

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Componente Di Vento In Coda

Wind Blowing In The Same Direction As Aircraft Movement, Reducing Lift And Increasing Required Take‑Off Or Landing Distance.

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componente di vento in faccia

The component of the wind along the runway axis directed opposite to aircraft’s travel, used for performance calculations.

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Componente Di Vento Trasversale

Wind Component Perpendicular To The Runway Centerline, Affecting Aircraft Lateral Control During Take‑Off And Landing.

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correzione della lunghezza della pista per pendenza e temperatura

Adjustment applied to declared runway length to account for runway slope and ambient temperature effects on aircraft performance.

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corsa di decollo disponibile

Declared length of runway suitable for the ground run of an aircraft taking off, excluding clearway.

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Decollo Con Temperatura Flex

Take‑off Using An Assumed Temperature Higher Than Actual To Reduce Thrust And Prolong Engine Life While Meeting Performance Requirements.

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distanza accelera-prosegui richiesta

Distance needed to accelerate to decision speed, experience an engine failure and continue take-off to 35 ft above runway.

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distanza decisione disponibile

Distance from threshold to point on runway where go‑around decision altitude is reached, allowing a missed‑approach before runway end.

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distanza di atterraggio disponibile

Declared length of runway that is available and suitable for the ground run of an aircraft landing.

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distanza di atterraggio richiesta

Calculated distance an aircraft needs to land and come to a complete stop under existing conditions.

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distanza di decollo disponibile

Declared length of runway plus clearway that is available and suitable for the ground run of an aircraft taking off.

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distanza di rullaggio a terra

The distance from brake-release or acceleration point to airplane lift-off during take‑off roll.

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gradiente di salita in atterraggio

Minimum climb performance required during a go-around or missed approach with all engines operating.

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Gradiente Minimo Di Salita

Lowest climb gradient required to ensure obstacle clearance or meet procedure design criteria.

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lunghezza della clearway

A defined rectangular area beyond the runway, free of obstructions, suitable for aircraft to continue take-off in case of engine failure.

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lunghezza della stopway

The length of a stopway usable in the event of a rejected take-off, beyond the take-off run available.

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lunghezza di pista bilanciata

Runway length at which accelerate-go and accelerate-stop distances are equal under specified conditions.

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Lunghezza Stopway

Length Of The Designated Area Beyond The Runway End That Can Be Used To Decelerate During A Rejected Take‑Off, As Part Of ASDA.

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massimo vento laterale dimostrato

The highest crosswind component at which satisfactory control was demonstrated during aircraft certification flight tests.

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Matrice Di Valutazione Della Condizione Pista

Standardized Tool Used To Assign Runway Condition Codes Based On Surface Type And Contaminant Characteristics, Supporting Aircraft Performance Assessment.

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peso a terra

The total weight of the aircraft while parked at the ramp, including fuel, payload, and all crew and equipment before engine start or taxi.

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peso operativo a vuoto

The weight of an aircraft including all standard items and operating fluids but excluding payload and usable fuel.

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peso operativo base

The weight of an aircraft including crew, unusable fuel, and all necessary fluids for operation, excluding payload and usable fuel.

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Profondità Della Contaminazione D’acqua

Vertical Thickness Of Water, Slush, Or Other Moisture‑Related Contaminants On The Runway Measured In Millimetres For Performance Calculations.

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Rapporto Di Azione Di Frenata

Pilot‑reported Assessment Of Actual Aircraft Braking Performance On A Runway Surface.

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Requisito Di Salita In Avvicinamento

The minimum climb gradient that an aircraft must meet during the missed approach phase, considering one engine inoperative.

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Spinta Di Decollo Ridotta

Reduced engine thrust setting used for take-off to extend engine life, improve fuel efficiency, and meet noise abatement procedures.

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Spinta Di Decollo Ridotta

Thrust Less Than Maximum Take‑Off Thrust Applied During Take‑Off To Increase Engine Life And Optimize Operational Efficiency.

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Spinta Massima Continua

The highest level of engine thrust that can be used continuously without time limitation under normal operating conditions.

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superficie del segmento visivo

An obstacle‑free area beyond the runway threshold, providing required visual clearance during the final approach segment.

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superficie di separazione ostacoli

Imaginary inclined plane established to ensure minimum safe vertical separation between aircraft flight paths and obstacles.

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tasso di caduta della temperatura atmosfera standard

The rate at which temperature decreases with altitude under standard atmospheric conditions, 2 °C per 1000 ft or 6.5 °C per 1000 m.

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traiettoria netta di decollo

Minimum vertical profile flown after take‑off, reduced from gross climb to ensure obstacle clearance following critical-engine failure

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velocità calibrata

Indicated airspeed corrected for instrument and position errors, used for accurate performance calculations.

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velocità di riferimento di atterraggio

Target speed established by crew to optimize landing safety and performance, typically VREF plus wind correction.

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velocità di riferimento di avvicinamento

Speed selected for use on final approach segment, ensuring safe control margin above stall but stable profile.

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velocità di sicurezza al decollo

Target airspeed reached after V2 during take‑off, providing sufficient climb gradient with one engine inoperative.

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velocità equivalente

Indicated airspeed corrected for compressibility effects at altitude, used for performance comparisons.

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Velocità Massima Del Pneumatico

The highest ground speed a tire can sustain without risking structural failure, defined by aircraft and tire manufacturers.

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Velocità Massima Di Energia Di Frenata

The highest speed from which an aircraft can stop without exceeding the maximum brake energy limit, used to ensure brake system integrity and safety.

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