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glide path [′glīd ‚path] (aerospace engineering) The flight path of an aeronautical vehicle in a glide, seen from the side. Also known as glide trajectory. The path used by an aircraft or spacecraft in a landing approach procedure. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Such an undulating glide path would have been the most energy-efficient way to move from tree to tree, says Chatterjee. We know Abraham Lincoln was raised in a log cabin and went on to become president, but we also know that most folks raised in log cabins do not become president and, in fact, it is much more likely that being raised in the compound at Hyannis or Kennebunkport offers a smoother glide path to the White House. He established a three to five degree nose-up attitude and reduced power to commence a decelerating descent to maintain visual glide path. |
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