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Kenneth Holland

Kenneth Holland is an internet publisher with 20 years experience and the founder of SkyGoFly. He is also the original founder of Airnation.net.

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FBO (Fixed Base Operator)

Definition A Fixed-Base Operator (FBO) refers to a commercial business granted permission to operate on airport premises to provide a range of aviation services to

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Landing Gear

Definition Aircraft landing gear refers to the complex system designed to support an aircraft during landing, takeoff, taxiing, and while stationary on the ground. This

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Empennage

Definition The aircraft empennage refers to the tail assembly of an aircraft that provides stability and control during flight. This critical component, located at the

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Turbulence

Definition Turbulence refers to sudden, irregular airflow patterns that cause aircraft to experience unpredictable movements while in flight, creating a bumpy or shaky sensation for

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Wake Turbulence

Definition Wake turbulence refers to the invisible disturbance in the atmosphere that forms behind an aircraft as it passes through the air, consisting primarily of

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FAA (Federal Aviation Administration)

Definition The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) refers to the U.S. federal government agency within the Department of Transportation responsible for regulating and overseeing all aspects

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Altitude

Definition In aviation, altitude refers to the vertical distance of an aircraft above a reference plane, typically sea level or the Earth’s surface. This measurement

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Glide Path

Definition An aviation glide path refers to the vertical guidance provided to pilots during the final approach for landing, ensuring a safe and controlled descent

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D-Check

Definition A D Check refers to the most comprehensive inspection and repair procedure performed on an aircraft, also known as a heavy maintenance visit. This

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Airport Control Tower

Definition The airport control tower, a critical component of aviation infrastructure, is where ground-based controllers manage and direct aircraft movements both on the ground and

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Cockpit

Definition An aircraft cockpit is the designated control center located at the front of an aircraft where pilots operate the vehicle. It contains essential flight

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Radar Vectoring

Definition Radar vectoring refers to the navigational guidance provided by Air Traffic Control (ATC) to direct aircraft along specific flight paths using radar equipment. These

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