Basic ATC

Vento trasversale

The flight path at right angles to the landing runway at the upwind end.

Quick answer: The flight path at right angles to the landing runway at the upwind end.

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Quick answer

The flight path at right angles to the landing runway at the upwind end.

Why it matters

Vento trasversale matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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 Vento trasversale?

In this glossary, Vento trasversale refers to: The flight path at right angles to the landing runway at the upwind end.

How is Vento trasversale used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Il pilota riporta: 'Virata in vento trasversale, pista 27, salita a 1500 piedi.'"

Why does Vento trasversale matter in aviation?

Vento trasversale matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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 Vento trasversale?

Vento trasversale is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Vento trasversale belong to?

In this glossary, Vento trasversale is grouped under Basic ATC. 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 flight path at right angles to the landing runway at the upwind end.

Operational example

Pilot reports: 'Turning crosswind, runway 27, climbing to 1500 feet.'

Localized term

Vento trasversale

Localized example

Il pilota riporta: 'Virata in vento trasversale, pista 27, salita a 1500 piedi.'

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Basic ATC

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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