Cabin

Tray table latch

Mechanical catch that locks the passenger tray table in its stowed or deployed position.

Quick answer: Mechanical catch that locks the passenger tray table in its stowed or deployed position.

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Quick answer

Mechanical catch that locks the passenger tray table in its stowed or deployed position.

Why it matters

Tray table latch matters because it supports clear communication in Cabin 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 Tray table latch?

In this glossary, Tray table latch refers to: Mechanical catch that locks the passenger tray table in its stowed or deployed position.

How is Tray table latch used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Cabin, tray table latch on seat 15A is broken and the table will not stay stowed; request technician before door closure."

Why does Tray table latch matter in aviation?

Tray table latch matters because it supports clear communication in Cabin 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 Tray table latch?

Tray table latch is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Tray table latch belong to?

In this glossary, Tray table latch is grouped under Cabin. 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

Mechanical catch that locks the passenger tray table in its stowed or deployed position.

Operational example

Cabin, tray table latch on seat one-five-Alpha is broken and table will not stay stowed; request technician before door closure.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Cabin

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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