Aircraft Systems

alcance visual da pista

The distance over which a pilot of an aircraft on the centre line of a runway can see the runway surface markings or lights.

Quick answer: The distance over which a pilot of an aircraft on the centre line of a runway can see the runway surface markings or lights.

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Quick answer

The distance over which a pilot of an aircraft on the centre line of a runway can see the runway surface markings or lights.

Why it matters

alcance visual da pista matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems 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 alcance visual da pista?

In this glossary, alcance visual da pista refers to: The distance over which a pilot of an aircraft on the centre line of a runway can see the runway surface markings or lights.

How is alcance visual da pista used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Alcance visual da pista reportado como 400 metros, autorizado pouso."

Why does alcance visual da pista matter in aviation?

alcance visual da pista matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems 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 alcance visual da pista?

alcance visual da pista is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does alcance visual da pista belong to?

In this glossary, alcance visual da pista is grouped under Aircraft Systems. 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 distance over which a pilot of an aircraft on the centre line of a runway can see the runway surface markings or lights.

Operational example

Runway Visual Range reported as 400 meters, cleared to land.

Localized term

alcance visual da pista

Localized example

Alcance visual da pista reportado como 400 metros, autorizado pouso.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Aircraft Systems

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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