Aircraft

Aircraft

Any machine or device that is capable of atmospheric flight either by buoyancy or by the movement of air over its surfaces.

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missed approach point (MAP)

Aviation; Aircraft

A point prescribed in each instrument approach at which a missed approach procedure shall be executed if the required visual reference has not been established.

venturi tube

Aviation; Aircraft

A specially shaped tube attached to the outside of an aircraft to produce suction to allow proper operation of gyro instruments.

fixed slot

Aviation; Aircraft

A fixed, nozzle shaped opening near the leading edge of a wing that ducts air onto the top surface of the wing. Its purpose is to increase lift at higher angles of attack.