Aviation English
Ground Ops

What is Potable water service?

Potable water service Ground operation involving the refilling of an aircraft’s drinking water tanks with safe, clean, and potable water.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Potable water service” Used in Practice?

Potable water service is required at gate 21 before catering arrives.

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 Potable water service?

Ground operation involving the refilling of an aircraft’s drinking water tanks with safe, clean, and potable water.

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