Aviation English
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O que e Flaps?

Flaps Hinged surfaces on the trailing edge of the wing that can be extended to increase lift at lower speeds, used during takeoff and landing.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Flaps” Used in Practice?

Ajuste os flaps em 30 para pouso, velocidade de 140 nós e comunique estabelecido na aproximação final.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

Related Aviation English Terms

SlatsDispositivo de borda de fugaConfiguração do altímetro em relação à pressão do nível do mar (QNH)Aproximação final

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O que e Flaps?

Hinged surfaces on the trailing edge of the wing that can be extended to increase lift at lower speeds, used during takeoff and landing.

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