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Aviation

Dealing with vehicles or machines used in flight or propulsion through the air.

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canard configuration

Aviation; Aircraft

A configuration in which the span of the forward wings is substantially less than that of the main wing.

mass

Aviation; Aircraft

The amount of matter in a body.

trim tab

Aviation; Aircraft

A small auxiliary hinged portion of a movable control surface that can be adjusted during flight to a position resulting in a balance of control forces.

dynamic hydroplaning

Aviation; Aircraft

A condition that exists when landing on a surface with standing water deeper than the tread depth of the tires. When the brakes are applied, there is a possibility that the brake ...

precision approach radar (PAR)

Aviation; Aircraft

A type of radar used at an airport to guide an aircraft through the final stages of landing, providing horizontal and vertical guidance. The radar operator directs the pilot to ...