Aeronautics

Aeronautics

The branch of science that deals with flight aerodynamics and with the operation of all types of aircraft.

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Aeronautics

A manual that describes an operation or a system of operations. A handbook normally contains specific rather than general information, and is usually prepared in a format that allows it to be kept at ...

service manual

Aviation; Aeronautics

A manual written by the manufacturer of an aircraft, engine, or component that describes the way the device should be serviced and maintained. The service manual for an FAA-certificated aircraft is ...

build-up and vent valve

Aviation; Aeronautics

A manually operated valve on a liquid-oxygen converter used to control the amount of pressure inside the converter. When the valve is in the build-up position, pressure inside the converter is ...

contour map

Aviation; Aeronautics

A map of a geographical area which has lines drawn on it that connect points of equal elevation.

aeronautical chart

Aviation; Aeronautics

A map used in air navigation containing all or part of the following: topographic features, hazards and obstructions, navigation aids, navigation routes, designated airspace, and airports.

doghouse

Aviation; Aeronautics

A mark on the dial of a four-minute turn and slip indicator that has the shape of a doghouse. The inside edge of the doghouse is located one needle width away from the edge of the center reference ...

middle marker (MM)

Aviation; Aeronautics

A marker beacon that defines a point along the glide slope of an instrument landing system (ILS), normally located at or near the point of decision height (ILS Category I). The middle marker is keyed ...