Ground Ops

左クリア

Visual confirmation that the aircraft’s left side is free of obstacles, vehicles or traffic before turning or taxiing.

Quick answer: Visual confirmation that the aircraft’s left side is free of obstacles, vehicles or traffic before turning or taxiing.

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Quick answer

Visual confirmation that the aircraft’s left side is free of obstacles, vehicles or traffic before turning or taxiing.

Why it matters

左クリア matters because it supports clear communication in Ground Ops 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 左クリア?

In this glossary, 左クリア refers to: Visual confirmation that the aircraft’s left side is free of obstacles, vehicles or traffic before turning or taxiing.

How is 左クリア used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "機長、左クリア。ハンガー横のタキシーウェイアルファへ右旋回開始、交通なし。"

Why does 左クリア matter in aviation?

左クリア matters because it supports clear communication in Ground Ops 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 左クリア?

左クリア is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does 左クリア belong to?

In this glossary, 左クリア is grouped under Ground Ops. 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

Visual confirmation that the aircraft’s left side is free of obstacles, vehicles or traffic before turning or taxiing.

Operational example

Captain, clear left; no traffic or equipment observed as we begin the right turn onto taxiway Alpha by the hangars.

Localized term

左クリア

Localized example

機長、左クリア。ハンガー横のタキシーウェイアルファへ右旋回開始、交通なし。

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Ground Ops

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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