The flight range
Example: Flight range defines maximum distance aircraft can travel
Definition
"The flight range" refers to the maximum distance an aircraft can travel on a single tank of fuel without needing to refuel. This measurement is crucial for planning routes in aviation and ensuring safe travel from departure to destination.
Etymology
The term "the flight range" combines 'flight,' from Old English 'flyht,' meaning the act of flying, and 'range,' from Old French 'range,' meaning a row or extent. Together, they describe the extent or distance an aircraft can fly. Did you know? The concept became important as aviation technology advanced, emphasizing endurance and fuel capacity.
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"The flight range" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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