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AIRCRAFT FORWARD MOMENTUM [1 record]

Record 1 2003-02-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Aircraft Maneuvers
  • Airport Runways and Areas
CONT

The pressure applied to the brakes creates friction and, much like the system in your car, the energy of the aircraft's forward momentum is converted to heat, slowing the aircraft to a smooth, safe stop.

Key term(s)
  • aircraft forward momentum

French

Domaine(s)
  • Manœuvres d'aéronefs
  • Pistes et aires d'aéroport
CONT

L'utilisation continue du frein pendant un virage raccourcit ce dernier et réduit l'énergie cinétique de l'avion vers l'avant.

Spanish

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