flight control

"Flight control" is crucial in aviation and space missions, involving systems and processes to manage an aircraft or spacecraft's movement and stability.

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Definition

B2Aviation

(technical)Systems and mechanisms used to manage an aircraft's direction, altitude, and speed during flight.

Example

  • The pilot adjusted the flight control to stabilize the aircraft during turbulence.

C1Aviation

(technical)The activity of monitoring and directing an aircraft's movement from the ground.

Example

  • Flight control centers coordinate with pilots to ensure safe landings and takeoffs.

C1Space

(technical)The process of monitoring and directing a spacecraft's movement and operations from the ground.

Example

  • Mission control is responsible for the flight control of the spacecraft during its journey.

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