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Aeronautics
The branch of science that deals with flight aerodynamics and with the operation of all types of aircraft.
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Decca navigation system
Aviation; Aeronautics
A long-range, hyperbolic navigation system that allows a navigator to establish a line of position by measuring the phase difference between a master signal and three slave signals. These ...
Free fit
Aviation; Aeronautics
A loose fit between moving parts, used when accuracy of movement is not important. A nut that turns easily over the threads of a screw or bolt is said to have a free fit.
Vibration loop
Aviation; Aeronautics
A loop formed in a rigid fluid line to prevent vibration from concentrating stresses that could cause the line to break.
Chine
Aviation; Aeronautics
A longitudinal member of a seaplane hull or float that forms the joint between the bottom and the side of the structure.
Split
Aviation; Aeronautics
A longitudinal crack in a piece of wood caused by externally induced stress.
Cross-firing
Aviation; Aeronautics
A malfunction in which high voltage in the distributor jumps between the terminals and causes the wrong spark plug to fire. "Cross (fix) at (altitude)" (air traffic control). A phrase used by ATC ...
