Ground Ops

Trator de pushback

A motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

Quick answer: A motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

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Quick answer

A motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

Why it matters

Trator de pushback 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 Trator de pushback?

In this glossary, Trator de pushback refers to: A motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

How is Trator de pushback used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Solo, Lufthansa oito cinco dois pronto para pushback, trator em posição."

Why does Trator de pushback matter in aviation?

Trator de pushback 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 Trator de pushback?

Trator de pushback is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Trator de pushback belong to?

In this glossary, Trator de pushback 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

A motorized ground vehicle used to push aircraft backwards from the gate or parking position, typically before engine start.

Operational example

Ground, Lufthansa eight five two ready for pushback, tractor in position.

Localized term

Trator de pushback

Localized example

Solo, Lufthansa oito cinco dois pronto para pushback, trator em posição.

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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