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Qu'est-ce que Descente contrôlée ?

Descente contrôlée A procedure for descending to a safe altitude following engine failure at cruise. Aircraft descends along a planned path ensuring obstacle clearance and safe flight.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Descente contrôlée” Used in Practice?

En raison d'une panne moteur, nous entamons une descente contrôlée du niveau de vol trois cinq zéro pour éviter les obstacles.

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 Descente contrôlée ?

A procedure for descending to a safe altitude following engine failure at cruise. Aircraft descends along a planned path ensuring obstacle clearance and safe flight.

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