Emergencies

Sequestro de avião

The unlawful seizure of an aircraft by an individual or group, often involving threats or force, during any phase of flight.

Quick answer: The unlawful seizure of an aircraft by an individual or group, often involving threats or force, during any phase of flight.

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Quick answer

The unlawful seizure of an aircraft by an individual or group, often involving threats or force, during any phase of flight.

Why it matters

Sequestro de avião matters because it supports clear communication in Emergencies 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 Sequestro de avião?

In this glossary, Sequestro de avião refers to: The unlawful seizure of an aircraft by an individual or group, often involving threats or force, during any phase of flight.

How is Sequestro de avião used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "O piloto declarou emergência devido a um sequestro em andamento e solicitou desvio imediato para o aeroporto mais próximo."

Why does Sequestro de avião matter in aviation?

Sequestro de avião matters because it supports clear communication in Emergencies 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 Sequestro de avião?

Sequestro de avião is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Sequestro de avião belong to?

In this glossary, Sequestro de avião is grouped under Emergencies. 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 unlawful seizure of an aircraft by an individual or group, often involving threats or force, during any phase of flight.

Operational example

The pilot declared an emergency due to a hijacking in progress and requested immediate diversion to the nearest airport.

Localized term

Sequestro de avião

Localized example

O piloto declarou emergência devido a um sequestro em andamento e solicitou desvio imediato para o aeroporto mais próximo.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Emergencies

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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