Phrases & Expressions

To proceed with the takeoff procedure, especially after reaching a critical decision speed (V1).

• The pilot decided to continue takeoff after V1.
• You must continue takeoff if you pass this speed.

A ground proximity warning that the aircraft is close to the ground without landing flaps set.

• The crew heard "too low flaps" on approach and went around.
• A "too low flaps" warning means the landing flaps are not in position.

A US rule that a pilot must fly six instrument approaches in six months to stay instrument current.

• You need your 6 in 6 to stay current for instrument flying.
• She flew three approaches in the simulator to meet the 6 in 6 requirement.

A standard call in aviation to confirm speed at 80 knots during takeoff.

• The co-pilot made the 80 knots check.
• Listen for the 80 knots check call.

An instruction in aviation meaning a flight plan has been approved exactly as it was submitted.

• The pilot received clearance: 'Cleared as filed.'
• Our flight plan was cleared as filed, so we could depart on time.

In aviation, a phrase used to confirm that an aircraft's landing gear is fully extended and secured in place for landing.

• The pilot confirmed, 'Landing gear is down and locked.'
• We heard the call 'down and locked' just before touchdown.

A TCAS resolution advisory telling the pilot to climb at a higher rate.

• When TCAS called "increase climb", the pilot climbed more steeply.
• The crew followed the increase climb advisory within seconds.

A collision-avoidance warning in the cockpit telling the pilot to descend faster.

• When the system called 'Increase descent', the pilot lowered the nose further.
• The pilot followed the increase descent command.

Describing the service of putting fuel directly into an aircraft at an airport.

• Into-plane fuelling is handled by a specialist company at this airport.
• The fuel supplier also provides into-plane services at smaller airports.

A collision-avoidance (TCAS) alert telling the pilot to keep the present rate of climb or descent.

• During the climb, the system called "maintain vertical speed, maintain".
• When told to maintain vertical speed, the pilot kept the same rate of climb.