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PROJECTEUR DIRECTIF [1 record]

Record 1 2012-08-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Signalling and Illumination (Air Transport)
  • Air Traffic Control
DEF

A hand-held directional light signalling device that emits a brilliant, narrow beam of white, green or red light, as selected by the tower controller.

OBS

The light gun is used as an alternate means of communication for controlling traffic operating in the vicinity of the airport and on the airport movement area.

OBS

light gun: term and definition standardized by the Glossary for Pilots and Air Traffic Services Personnel Committee

French

Domaine(s)
  • Signalisation (Transport aérien)
  • Circulation et trafic aériens
DEF

Dispositif lumineux portatif et orientable qui émet un faisceau étroit et vif de couleur blanche, verte ou rouge selon la sélection du contrôleur de la tour.

OBS

Ce projecteur est utilisé comme autre moyen de communication pour contrôler la circulation à proximité de l'aéroport et sur l'aire de mouvement.

OBS

projecteur directif : terme et définition normalisés par le Comité sur le Glossaire à l'intention des pilotes et du personnel des services de la circulation aérienne.

Spanish

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