La posición de espera
Example: La posición de espera es crucial antes de despegar en el aeropuerto.
Definition
"La posición de espera" refers to the designated location on an airport taxiway or runway where an aircraft must stop and wait for clearance before proceeding, often used to ensure safety and proper sequencing before takeoff or crossing active runways.
Etymology
The phrase "la posición de espera" comes from Spanish, combining "posición" meaning position or place, and "espera" meaning wait. Together, it literally means 'the waiting position,' aptly describing the spot where aircraft pause before receiving permission to move.
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"La posición de espera" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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the waiting position