What does sideslip mean?
Sideslip means (aviation) A flight manoeuvre that uses opposing rudder and aileron inputs to move the aircraft sideways without turning it..
Sideslip
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(aviation) A flight manoeuvre that uses opposing rudder and aileron inputs to move the aircraft sideways without turning it..
Definitions by Sense
- (aviation) A flight manoeuvre that uses opposing rudder and aileron inputs to move the aircraft sideways without turning it.
- (aviation) A flight condition where an aircraft's longitudinal axis is not aligned with its direction of motion relative to the surrounding air.
- (aviation, uncountable, by extension) The angle between an aircraft's longitudinal axis and its direction of motion relative to the surrounding air.
- (aviation) To perform, or place an aircraft in, a sideslip.
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Synonyms for sideslip
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Word Forms
- sideslips
- side-slip
- sideslipping
- sideslipped
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for sideslip?
Common synonyms include slip, skid.
What is the opposite of sideslip?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use sideslip in a sentence?
Use sideslip where its definition matches the intended context.
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