Autothrottle
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɔ.toʊˌθɹɔ.təl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Autothrottle is a noun meaning (aviation) An automatic throttle, allowing a pilot to control the power setting of an aircraft's engines by specifying a desired flight characteristic, rather than manually controlling fuel flow.
Meaning
(aviation) An automatic throttle, allowing a pilot to control the power setting of an aircraft's engines by specifying a desired flight characteristic, rather than manually controlling fuel flow.
Word Forms
- autothrottles
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include throttle, autoflare, throddle, autobrake, autoflight, autopilot.
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