Airspeed
noun
A measurement of the speed of an aircraft relative to the surrounding air.
The pilot checked the airspeed indicator before landing.
Often appears as...
- airspeed indicator
- airspeed management
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indicated airspeed, true airspeed, calibrated airspeed
noun
The speed of an aircraft described in relation to the air around it.
The aircraft's airspeed increased as it gained altitude.
Often appears as...
- maintaining airspeed
- airspeed performance
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noun
A measurement of the speed of an aircraft relative to the surrounding air.
The pilot checked the airspeed indicator before landing.
Often appears as...
- airspeed indicator
- airspeed management
Usage tips
Neutral
indicated airspeed, true airspeed, calibrated airspeed
noun
The speed of an aircraft described in relation to the air around it.
The aircraft's airspeed increased as it gained altitude.
Often appears as...
- maintaining airspeed
- airspeed performance
Usage tips
Neutral
none
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Context in Aviation
Understanding airspeed is vital in aviation for safe flying.
Pilots must be aware of their airspeed during takeoff and landing.
Pro Tip 2/3Precision in Measurement
Different types of airspeed (like ground speed) can affect flight planning.
Ensure you understand what each airspeed type means for flight safety.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Mistakes
Pilots often confuse indicated airspeed with true airspeed.
Remember that indicated airspeed can differ from true airspeed due to altitude and temperature.
Pro Tip 1/3Context in Aviation
Understanding airspeed is vital in aviation for safe flying.
Pilots must be aware of their airspeed during takeoff and landing.
Pro Tip 2/3Precision in Measurement
Different types of airspeed (like ground speed) can affect flight planning.
Ensure you understand what each airspeed type means for flight safety.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Mistakes
Pilots often confuse indicated airspeed with true airspeed.
Remember that indicated airspeed can differ from true airspeed due to altitude and temperature.
Pro Tip 1/3Context in Aviation
Understanding airspeed is vital in aviation for safe flying.
Pilots must be aware of their airspeed during takeoff and landing.
Pro Tip 2/3Precision in Measurement
Different types of airspeed (like ground speed) can affect flight planning.
Ensure you understand what each airspeed type means for flight safety.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Mistakes
Pilots often confuse indicated airspeed with true airspeed.
Remember that indicated airspeed can differ from true airspeed due to altitude and temperature.
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