Aviation

Aviation

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

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transmitting (in the) blind

Aviation; Air traffic control

An expression used to indicate that a blind transmission is being conducted.

tower radar plan (TRP)

Aviation; Air traffic control

A plan containing the rules and procedures applicable in a tower radar area (TRA).

take-off alternate aerodrome

Aviation; Air traffic control

An alternate aerodrome at which an aircraft can land should this become necessary shortly after takeoff and it is not possible to use the aerodrome of departure.

powered glider

Aviation; Air traffic control

An aeroplane that, with engines shut off, has the flight characteristics of a glider.

speed brake

Aviation; Air traffic control

Movable aerodynamic devices on aircraft that reduce indicated airspeed.

touchdown pad

Aviation; Air traffic control

The load-bearing portion of a designated helicopter landing and take-off area on which a helicopter may alight.

short takeoff and landing aircraft

Aviation; Air traffic control

An aircraft that, at some weight within its approved operating weight, is capable of operating from a STOL runway in compliance with the applicable STOL characteristics and ...