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Qu'est-ce que Point critique ?

Point critique A position along a route where, in the event of an emergency or abnormal situation, a decision must be made to proceed or return, often used in fuel or performance-critical calculations, such as the point beyond which it is safer or faster to continue than to turn back.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Point critique” Used in Practice?

Au point critique, l’équipage doit décider de poursuivre ou de retourner selon le carburant et la sécurité.

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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Qu'est-ce que Point critique ?

A position along a route where, in the event of an emergency or abnormal situation, a decision must be made to proceed or return, often used in fuel or performance-critical calculations, such as the point beyond which it is safer or faster to continue than to turn back.

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