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Qu'est-ce que Mayday ?

Mayday A distress call indicating a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate assistance.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Mayday” Used in Practice?

Pilote, mayday, mayday, mayday, feu moteur, atterrissage immédiat requis.

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 Mayday ?

A distress call indicating a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate assistance.

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