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What is speed-brake lever?

speed-brake lever A cockpit control that arms or actuates spoiler panels to reduce speed or rate of descent during flight and landing roll.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “speed-brake lever” Used in Practice?

Speed-brake lever armed for approach, monitoring spoiler deployment and descent profile.

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 speed-brake lever?

A cockpit control that arms or actuates spoiler panels to reduce speed or rate of descent during flight and landing roll.

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