Ground Ops

Escolta

The authorized accompaniment of an aircraft, vehicle, or personnel by an assigned entity, usually for safety or security purposes.

Quick answer: The authorized accompaniment of an aircraft, vehicle, or personnel by an assigned entity, usually for safety or security purposes.

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Quick answer

The authorized accompaniment of an aircraft, vehicle, or personnel by an assigned entity, usually for safety or security purposes.

Why it matters

Escolta 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 Escolta?

In this glossary, Escolta refers to: The authorized accompaniment of an aircraft, vehicle, or personnel by an assigned entity, usually for safety or security purposes.

How is Escolta used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Solo, aqui é Alpha 2 solicitando escolta para carga explosiva até a posição remota 48."

Why does Escolta matter in aviation?

Escolta 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 Escolta?

Escolta is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Escolta belong to?

In this glossary, Escolta 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

The authorized accompaniment of an aircraft, vehicle, or personnel by an assigned entity, usually for safety or security purposes.

Operational example

Ground, this is Alpha 2 requesting escort for explosive cargo to remote stand 48.

Localized term

Escolta

Localized example

Solo, aqui é Alpha 2 solicitando escolta para carga explosiva até a posição remota 48.

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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