Emergencies

Rejected Take-Off

A procedure in which a take-off is intentionally aborted by the flight crew after the aircraft has started to roll but before it has lifted off the runway.

Quick answer: A procedure in which a take-off is intentionally aborted by the flight crew after the aircraft has started to roll but before it has lifted off the runway.

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Quick answer

A procedure in which a take-off is intentionally aborted by the flight crew after the aircraft has started to roll but before it has lifted off the runway.

Why it matters

Rejected Take-Off matters because it supports clear communication in Emergencies 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

Questions and answers

What is Rejected Take-Off?

In this glossary, Rejected Take-Off refers to: A procedure in which a take-off is intentionally aborted by the flight crew after the aircraft has started to roll but before it has lifted off the runway.

How is Rejected Take-Off used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Rejected take-off due to engine fire warning, aircraft stopping on runway and awaiting emergency services."

Why does Rejected Take-Off matter in aviation?

Rejected Take-Off matters because it supports clear communication in Emergencies 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 Rejected Take-Off?

Rejected Take-Off is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Rejected Take-Off belong to?

In this glossary, Rejected Take-Off is grouped under Emergencies. 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 procedure in which a take-off is intentionally aborted by the flight crew after the aircraft has started to roll but before it has lifted off the runway.

Operational example

Rejected take-off due to engine fire warning, aircraft stopping on runway and awaiting emergency services.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Emergencies

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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