Aviation

Aviation

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

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utility category

Aviation; Airplane flying

An airplane that has a seating configuration, excluding pilot seats, of nine or less, a maximum certificated takeoff weight of 12,500 pounds or less, and intended for limited ...

V-bars

Aviation; Airplane flying

The flight director displays on the attitude indicator that provide control guidance to the pilot.

V-speeds

Aviation; Airplane flying

Designated speeds for a specific flight condition.

vapor lock

Aviation; Airplane flying

A condition in which air enters the fuel system and it may be difficult, or impossible, to restart the engine. Vapor lock may occur as a result of running a fuel tank completely ...

design maneuvering speed (VA)

Aviation; Airplane flying

This is the “rough air” speed and the maximum speed for abrupt maneuvers. If during flight, rough air or severe turbulence is encountered, reduce the airspeed to maneuvering speed ...