Advanced ATC

Proteção alpha-floor

Autothrust safeguard that commands maximum thrust if angle-of-attack approaches stall, preventing loss of lift.

Quick answer: Autothrust safeguard that commands maximum thrust if angle-of-attack approaches stall, preventing loss of lift.

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Quick answer

Autothrust safeguard that commands maximum thrust if angle-of-attack approaches stall, preventing loss of lift.

Why it matters

Proteção alpha-floor matters because it supports clear communication in Advanced 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 Proteção alpha-floor?

In this glossary, Proteção alpha-floor refers to: Autothrust safeguard that commands maximum thrust if angle-of-attack approaches stall, preventing loss of lift.

How is Proteção alpha-floor used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Proteção alpha-floor acionada; autothrust em TOGA, aeronave recupera alto ângulo de ataque em subida com rajadas."

Why does Proteção alpha-floor matter in aviation?

Proteção alpha-floor matters because it supports clear communication in Advanced 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 Proteção alpha-floor?

Proteção alpha-floor is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Proteção alpha-floor belong to?

In this glossary, Proteção alpha-floor is grouped under Advanced 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

Autothrust safeguard that commands maximum thrust if angle-of-attack approaches stall, preventing loss of lift.

Operational example

Alpha-floor protection triggered; autothrust advanced to TOGA, aircraft recovering from high angle-of-attack in gusty climb.

Localized term

Proteção alpha-floor

Localized example

Proteção alpha-floor acionada; autothrust em TOGA, aeronave recupera alto ângulo de ataque em subida com rajadas.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Advanced 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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