Ground Ops

Ground time indicator

A device or system that records or displays the elapsed time an aircraft spends on the ground between arrival and departure, primarily used for operational planning and monitoring ground handling efficiency.

Quick answer: A device or system that records or displays the elapsed time an aircraft spends on the ground between arrival and departure, primarily used for operational planning and monitoring ground handling efficiency.

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Quick answer

A device or system that records or displays the elapsed time an aircraft spends on the ground between arrival and departure, primarily used for operational planning and monitoring ground handling efficiency.

Why it matters

Ground time indicator matters because it supports clear communication in Ground Ops contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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Questions and answers

What is Ground time indicator?

In this glossary, Ground time indicator refers to: A device or system that records or displays the elapsed time an aircraft spends on the ground between arrival and departure, primarily used for operational planning and monitoring ground handling efficiency.

How is Ground time indicator used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Tower, confirm the ground time indicator is operational before departure procedures commence for flight AB123."

Why does Ground time indicator matter in aviation?

Ground time indicator matters because it supports clear communication in Ground Ops contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses Ground time indicator?

Ground time indicator is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Ground time indicator belong to?

In this glossary, Ground time indicator is grouped under Ground Ops. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

A device or system that records or displays the elapsed time an aircraft spends on the ground between arrival and departure, primarily used for operational planning and monitoring ground handling efficiency.

Operational example

Tower, confirm the ground time indicator is operational before departure procedures commence for flight AB123.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Ground Ops

Exam relevance

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

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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