Basic ATC

Combustível mínimo

A declaration by a pilot indicating that the aircraft has enough fuel to reach the destination but no extra fuel for delays.

Quick answer: A declaration by a pilot indicating that the aircraft has enough fuel to reach the destination but no extra fuel for delays.

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Quick answer

A declaration by a pilot indicating that the aircraft has enough fuel to reach the destination but no extra fuel for delays.

Why it matters

Combustível mínimo matters because it supports clear communication in Basic 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 Combustível mínimo?

In this glossary, Combustível mínimo refers to: A declaration by a pilot indicating that the aircraft has enough fuel to reach the destination but no extra fuel for delays.

How is Combustível mínimo used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Piloto, declarando combustível mínimo, incapaz de aceitar atrasos."

Why does Combustível mínimo matter in aviation?

Combustível mínimo matters because it supports clear communication in Basic 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 Combustível mínimo?

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

What category does Combustível mínimo belong to?

In this glossary, Combustível mínimo is grouped under Basic 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

A declaration by a pilot indicating that the aircraft has enough fuel to reach the destination but no extra fuel for delays.

Operational example

Pilot, declaring minimum fuel, unable to accept any delays.

Localized term

Combustível mínimo

Localized example

Piloto, declarando combustível mínimo, incapaz de aceitar atrasos.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Basic 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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