Glossary of Terms
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FECForward error correction (FEC). The process of adding redundant information to the transmitted signal in a manner which | |
Final approach segmentFinal approach segment. That segment of an instrument approach procedure in which alignment and descent for landing are | |
Final take-off speed‘Final take-off speed’ means the speed of the aeroplane that exists at the end of the take-off path in the en-route configuration with one engine inoperative | |
FIR“flight information region” means an airspace of defined dimensions designated by the | |
Fire-resistant‘Fire-resistant.’ With respect to materials, components and equipment, means the capability to withstand the application of heat by a flame, as defined for ‘Fireproof‘, for a period of 5 minutes without any failure that would create a hazard to the aircraft.
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Fireproof‘Fireproof.’ With respect to materials, components and equipment, means the capability to withstand the application of heat by a flame, for a period of 15 minutes without any failure that would create a hazard to the aircraft. The flame will have the following characteristics:-
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First aid oxygen‘First aid oxygen’ means the additional oxygen provided for the use of passengers, who do not satisfactorily recover following subjection to excessive cabin altitudes, during which they had been provided with supplemental oxygen. | |
Fixed lightFixed light. A light having constant luminous intensity when observed from a fixed point. | |
Flap extended speed‘Flap extended speed’ means the highest speed permissible with wing-flaps in a prescribed extended position. | |