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HORIZONTAL PARALLAX [2 records]

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Record 1 1998-11-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Mathematical Geography
DEF

The algebraic difference, parallel to the air base, of the distance of the two images of an object from their respective points.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Géographie mathématique
DEF

Différence algébrique, parallèle à la base d'opérations aériennes, entre les distances des deux images d'un même point du terrain à partir de leurs points respectifs.

OBS

parallaxe en X : Figure sous la rubrique «X-PARALLAX».

Spanish

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Record 2 1985-05-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Flight Instruments and Equipment (Aeroindustry)
CONT

PAPA-Parallax Aircraft Parking Aid. 1. This system is designed for use by the pilot occupying the LEFT seat. 2. The equipment consists of a reference board with either one or two horizontal slots running across its centre. A white fluorescent tube is positioned vertically behind the board. 3. As the aircraft approaches the stand, the fluorescent tube will appear to move along the slot towards the reference marks. 4. When the tubular light registers in line with the appropriate reference mark, the aircraft has reached the correct stopping position.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Instruments et équipement de bord (Constructions aéronautiques)
OBS

Terme et abréviation uniformisés par le CUTA Opérations aériennes.

Spanish

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