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Desvio de Configuração

A formally approved variation from the aircraft’s standard configuration as specified in the Configuration Deviation List (CDL), which may permit flight with certain external parts missing or inoperative.

Quick answer: A formally approved variation from the aircraft’s standard configuration as specified in the Configuration Deviation List (CDL), which may permit flight with certain external parts missing or inoperative.

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Quick answer

A formally approved variation from the aircraft’s standard configuration as specified in the Configuration Deviation List (CDL), which may permit flight with certain external parts missing or inoperative.

Why it matters

Desvio de Configuração matters because it supports clear communication in MEL and CDL MEL and CDL 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 Desvio de Configuração?

In this glossary, Desvio de Configuração refers to: A formally approved variation from the aircraft’s standard configuration as specified in the Configuration Deviation List (CDL), which may permit flight with certain external parts missing or inoperative.

How is Desvio de Configuração used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "A aeronave é despachada com um desvio de configuração aprovado pela CDL, como uma carenagem ausente."

Why does Desvio de Configuração matter in aviation?

Desvio de Configuração matters because it supports clear communication in MEL and CDL MEL and CDL 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 Desvio de Configuração?

Desvio de Configuração is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Desvio de Configuração belong to?

In this glossary, Desvio de Configuração is grouped under MEL and CDL MEL and CDL. 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 formally approved variation from the aircraft’s standard configuration as specified in the Configuration Deviation List (CDL), which may permit flight with certain external parts missing or inoperative.

Operational example

Aircraft is dispatched with a configuration deviation approved by the CDL, such as a missing fairing.

Localized term

Desvio de Configuração

Localized example

A aeronave é despachada com um desvio de configuração aprovado pela CDL, como uma carenagem ausente.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

MEL and CDL MEL and CDL

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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