Glideslope
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡlaɪdˌsloʊp/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Glideslope is a noun meaning (aviation) The portion of an instrument landing system which provides vertical guidance to an aircraft during an approach to landing.
Meaning
(aviation) The portion of an instrument landing system which provides vertical guidance to an aircraft during an approach to landing.
More Meanings
- (aviation) The approach path of an aircraft as it comes in to land.
Example Sentences
The constant angle of descent technique requires pilots to maintain a predetermined constant angle and constant rate of descent, which is generally calculated to be about 3°, except when terrain or an obstacle necessitates a steeper descent. When a ground-based glideslope signal is absent, pilots can fly the constant angle of descent approach by using flight management system (FMS) and GPS equipment for electronic guidance.
Word Forms
- glideslopes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include glide, tailslide, slat, sideslip, skid, slope.
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