Diversion
定義
The rerouting of an aircraft to an airport other than its original destination due to weather, mechanical issues, medical emergencies, or other circumstances.
関連用語
Ground Stop
A traffic management initiative that requires aircraft destined for a specific airport to remain on the ground at their departure airport. Implemented due to weather, volume, or emergencies.
Holding Pattern
A predetermined racetrack-shaped flight path that aircraft fly to wait for clearance to land, typically during periods of high traffic or adverse weather at the destination airport.
Block Time
The total time from when an aircraft leaves the gate (blocks off) at departure to when it arrives at the gate (blocks on) at the destination. Includes taxi time, flight time, and delays.
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