Ground Ops

Finger

An enclosed, movable connector that extends from the airport terminal gate to an aircraft door for passenger boarding and disembarkation.

Quick answer: An enclosed, movable connector that extends from the airport terminal gate to an aircraft door for passenger boarding and disembarkation.

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Quick answer

An enclosed, movable connector that extends from the airport terminal gate to an aircraft door for passenger boarding and disembarkation.

Why it matters

Finger 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 Finger?

In this glossary, Finger refers to: An enclosed, movable connector that extends from the airport terminal gate to an aircraft door for passenger boarding and disembarkation.

How is Finger used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "O finger não está alinhado; mantenha a posição até que esteja seguro."

Why does Finger matter in aviation?

Finger 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 Finger?

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

What category does Finger belong to?

In this glossary, Finger 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

An enclosed, movable connector that extends from the airport terminal gate to an aircraft door for passenger boarding and disembarkation.

Operational example

The jet bridge is not aligned; please hold position until it is secured.

Localized term

Finger

Localized example

O finger não está alinhado; mantenha a posição até que esteja seguro.

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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