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Qu'est-ce que Maintenez le cap piste ?

Maintenez le cap piste An instruction to continue on the magnetic heading of the runway after takeoff without turning, usually for departure sequencing or obstacle avoidance.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Maintenez le cap piste” Used in Practice?

Après le décollage, maintenez le cap piste jusqu'à 3000 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 Maintenez le cap piste ?

An instruction to continue on the magnetic heading of the runway after takeoff without turning, usually for departure sequencing or obstacle avoidance.

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