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What is braking action?

braking action Pilot- or airport-reported assessment of runway surface stopping quality: good/medium/poor/nil.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “braking action” Used in Practice?

Braking action on landing reported as poor, runway slippery and deceleration limited.

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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What is braking action?

Pilot- or airport-reported assessment of runway surface stopping quality: good/medium/poor/nil.

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