Aviation English
Basic ATC

What is Gate?

Gate A designated area at an airport where passengers board or disembark from an aircraft.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Gate” Used in Practice?

Pilot requests: 'Request taxi clearance to gate 12 via taxiway Foxtrot.'

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 Gate?

A designated area at an airport where passengers board or disembark from an aircraft.

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