Part 1 Flashcards
ACARS
aircraft communications addressing and reporting system
ACAS
airborne collision avoidance system
AEDRS
automatic engine data recording system
CPDLC
controller pilot data link communications
AD
airworthiness directive
EDTO
extended diversion time operation
IFSD
in flight shut down
MNPS
minimum navigation performance specifications
SARPS
standard and recommended practices
RVSM
reduced vertical separation minimum
ZFT
zero flight time
accelerate stop distance
length of TORA + stopway
accident
adequate aerodrome
ad where applicable requirements under 121.73 are met for the a/c being used except that, if the ad is being designated as an enroute alternate the rescue and fire fighting equipment must be at least cat level 4 and available within at least 30 minutes notification at the expected time of arrival of the a/c
aerodrome control service
ATC service provided for the control of aerodrome traffic
aerodrome operational area
- the movement area at an AD and its associated strips and safety areas
- any ground installation or facility provided at an AD for the safety of aircraft ops
Aeronautical Information Circular
a notice containing info that;
1. does not quality for origination of a notam or inclusion in the aipnz
2. relates to flight safety, air navigation, technical, administrative, or legal maters
Aircraft category
aeroplane, helicopter, glider, balloon, hang glider, microlight
air operation
ato, cto, or adventure aviation op
