Example: Le pilote a vérifié le volet avant le décollage.
Definition
"Le volet" in aviation refers to a movable flap on the wing of an aircraft which pilots adjust to control the lift and drag during takeoff and landing, ensuring safe and efficient flight maneuvers.
Translations
flap
el flap
het klepje
la persiana
die Klappe
Etymology
The word "le volet" in French originally means a shutter or small hinged cover, derived from the Old French word 'volet' meaning 'little flight' or 'wing.' This connection to flight made it a fitting term for the adjustable wing flaps on airplanes.
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"Le volet" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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