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What is Gear up?

Gear up A cockpit command for retracting the landing gear, given after a positive rate of climb is established post-takeoff.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Gear up” Used in Practice?

Upon hearing 'Positive rate', the captain calls 'Gear up' and the first officer retracts the landing gear immediately.

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 Gear up?

A cockpit command for retracting the landing gear, given after a positive rate of climb is established post-takeoff.

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