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Qu'est-ce que Descente au ralenti ?

Descente au ralenti A descent procedure where engines are set to idle thrust, allowing the aircraft to descend primarily due to gravity, optimizing fuel efficiency and minimizing noise.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Descente au ralenti” Used in Practice?

Descendez via l’arrivée, descente au ralenti approuvée, maintenez deux cent cinquante nœuds jusqu'à dix mille pieds.

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 au ralenti ?

A descent procedure where engines are set to idle thrust, allowing the aircraft to descend primarily due to gravity, optimizing fuel efficiency and minimizing noise.

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