Basic ATC

ベースレッグ

The flight path at right angles to the landing runway off its approach end.

Quick answer: The flight path at right angles to the landing runway off its approach end.

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Quick answer

The flight path at right angles to the landing runway off its approach end.

Why it matters

ベースレッグ 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 ベースレッグ?

In this glossary, ベースレッグ refers to: The flight path at right angles to the landing runway off its approach end.

How is ベースレッグ used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "パイロットは報告します:'滑走路15のベースレッグに旋回中、ギアダウン。'"

Why does ベースレッグ matter in aviation?

ベースレッグ 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 ベースレッグ?

ベースレッグ is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does ベースレッグ belong to?

In this glossary, ベースレッグ 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 off its approach end.

Operational example

Pilot reports: 'Turning base leg, runway 15, gear down.'

Localized term

ベースレッグ

Localized example

パイロットは報告します:'滑走路15のベースレッグに旋回中、ギアダウン。'

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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