Airspeed Definition

ârspēd
noun
The speed, especially of an aircraft, relative to the air.
American Heritage
The speed of an aircraft relative to the air through which it moves rather than to the ground: airspeed equals groundspeed if in still air.
Webster's New World

(aviation) The speed of an aircraft relative to the air through which it is flying.

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Other Word Forms of Airspeed

Noun

Singular:
airspeed
Plural:
airspeeds

Airspeed Sentence Examples

  • As the aircraft becomes lighter, it flies higher in air of lower density to maintain the same airspeed.

  • This false perception of descent may cause the pilot to pull back on the stick, which would reduce airspeed.

  • Develop a compact, laser based sensor that can accurately measure the airspeed at all altitudes.

  • Whilst engaged on operational tasks the plane cannot hover like a helicopter, it requires airspeed of about 50 mph to remain airborne.

  • Thus, the effect of the varying airspeed as a result of blade rotation is nullified.

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