Dive Brake (Noun)
Meaning
A small parachute or articulated flap to reduce the speed of an aircraft.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The aircraft's design incorporated a dive brake for steep descents.
- During the test flight, the pilot deployed the dive brake to slow down.
- Deployment of the dive brake ensured the plane's safe landing on the short runway.
- The dive brake was specifically created for emergency situations requiring rapid speed reduction.
- Unlike other planes of its class, this model did not have an integrated dive brake system.