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Navigation Light (Noun)

Meaning

Light on an airplane that indicates the plane's position and orientation; red light on the left (port) wing tip and green light on the right (starboard) wing tip.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The navigation light on the wing tip of the airplane was flashing steadily as it taxied down the runway.
  • The pilot checked the navigation lights to ensure they were functioning properly before taking off into the night sky.
  • During the pre-flight inspection, the mechanic noticed that the navigation light on the left wing tip was not working and needed to be replaced.
  • As the plane turned onto final approach, the navigation light on the right wing tip became visible to the air traffic controller in the tower.
  • The FAA regulations require that all aircraft have functioning navigation lights, including a red light on the left wing tip and a green light on the right wing tip.

Hypernyms

  • Light Source
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