Flight Phase

スピードブレーキ

A flight control surface deployed by pilots to increase drag and reduce airspeed or descent rate, especially during descent and approach phases.

Quick answer: A flight control surface deployed by pilots to increase drag and reduce airspeed or descent rate, especially during descent and approach phases.

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Quick answer

A flight control surface deployed by pilots to increase drag and reduce airspeed or descent rate, especially during descent and approach phases.

Why it matters

スピードブレーキ matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Phase 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

What is スピードブレーキ?

In this glossary, スピードブレーキ refers to: A flight control surface deployed by pilots to increase drag and reduce airspeed or descent rate, especially during descent and approach phases.

How is スピードブレーキ used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "モニタリングパイロット:『スピードブレーキ展開』。操縦士が降下率を監視し、必要に応じて格納。"

Why does スピードブレーキ matter in aviation?

スピードブレーキ matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Phase 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 スピードブレーキ?

スピードブレーキ is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does スピードブレーキ belong to?

In this glossary, スピードブレーキ is grouped under Flight Phase. 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

A flight control surface deployed by pilots to increase drag and reduce airspeed or descent rate, especially during descent and approach phases.

Operational example

Pilot Monitoring: 'Speed brake deployed.' Pilot Flying monitors descent rate and retracts speed brakes as required.

Localized term

スピードブレーキ

Localized example

モニタリングパイロット:『スピードブレーキ展開』。操縦士が降下率を監視し、必要に応じて格納。

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Flight Phase

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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