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Was ist Positiver Steigflug?

Positiver Steigflug An indication, after takeoff, that the aircraft is climbing and the rate of climb is greater than zero as shown on the vertical speed indicator (VSI). Used by pilots to confirm climb before gear retraction.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Positiver Steigflug” Used in Practice?

Nach dem Abheben meldet der Pilot 'Positiver Steigflug' und der Copilot fährt das Fahrwerk ein.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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Was ist Positiver Steigflug?

An indication, after takeoff, that the aircraft is climbing and the rate of climb is greater than zero as shown on the vertical speed indicator (VSI). Used by pilots to confirm climb before gear retraction.

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