Глоссарий
Flight Operations
Taxi
Определение
The movement of an aircraft on the ground under its own power, typically between the gate and the runway. Aircraft follow taxiway markings and instructions from ground control.
Связанные термины
Taxiway
A defined path at an airport for aircraft to taxi between runways, terminals, and parking areas. Taxiways are identified by letters and lit with blue edge lights.
Pushback
The procedure in which an aircraft is pushed backwards from its parking position at the gate by a specialized tug vehicle, since most aircraft cannot reverse under their own power.
Ground Control
The ATC position responsible for directing aircraft movement on taxiways and non-active runways at an airport. Coordinates with tower control for runway crossings.