electronic flight data
[ɪˌlɛkˈtrɑnɪk flaɪt ˈdeɪtə]
nounpl: electronic flight data (uncountable)
dados eletrônicos de voo
1. Digital information recorded and transmitted by aircraft systems during flight, including parameters such as altitude, airspeed, heading, and engine performance
The electronic flight data from the aircraft was downloaded for analysis after landing.
Os dados eletrônicos de voo da aeronave foram baixados para análise após o pouso.
2. Information stored in the Flight Data Recorder (FDR) or onboard monitoring systems that provides detailed technical parameters about aircraft operations
Investigators examined the electronic flight data to determine the cause of the incident.
Os investigadores examinaram os dados eletrônicos de voo para determinar a causa do incidente.
3. Real-time or recorded telemetry data transmitted from aircraft to ground stations for monitoring and maintenance purposes
Modern airlines use electronic flight data to optimize fuel consumption and maintenance schedules.
As companhias aéreas modernas usam dados eletrônicos de voo para otimizar o consumo de combustível e cronogramas de manutenção.
This term is primarily used in technical and aviation industry contexts in both English and Portuguese-speaking countries. In Brazil, it's commonly used by ANAC (Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil) and aviation professionals. In the USA, the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) and NTSB (National Transportation Safety Board) rely heavily on this data for accident investigation and safety improvements. The term gained increased prominence following major aviation incidents where such data proved crucial in determining causes.
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