Glossar
Flugbetrieb
Sinkflug (Descent)
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Definition
The phase of flight where an aircraft reduces altitude as it approaches the destination
Verwandte Begriffe
Anflugverfahren (Approach Procedure)
A series of maneuvers used to align an aircraft with a runway for landing
Reiseflug (Cruise)
The phase of flight at a relatively constant altitude and speed between climb and descent
Landung (Landing)
The final phase of flight where an aircraft descends to the runway surface
Standard-Terminal-Ankunftsroute (STAR: Standard Terminal Arrival Route)
A published flight procedure followed by aircraft arriving at an airport
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sinkflug (Descent)?
The phase of flight where an aircraft reduces altitude as it approaches the destination
How does Sinkflug (Descent) relate to other aviation concepts?
Sinkflug (Descent) is closely related to Approach Procedure and Cruise, among other key aviation concepts.
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Kraftstoff blockieren (Block Fuel)
Blockzeit (Block Time)
Steigflug (Climb)
Seitenwindlandung (Crosswind Landing)
Reiseflug (Cruise)
Ausweichlandung (Diversion)
ETOPS (ETOPS)
Fährflug (Ferry Flight)
Abfangen (Flare)
Flugplan (FPL: Flight Plan)
Durchstarten (Go-Around)
Große Kreisroute (GCR: Great Circle Route)
Warteschleife (Holding Pattern)
Landung (Landing)
Positionierungsflug (Positioning Flight)
Loxodrome (Rhumb Line)
Drehung (Vr) (Vr: Rotation (Vr))
Start (Takeoff)
Technischer Stopp (Technical Stop)
Bearbeitungszeit (Turnaround Time)
Zeit zum Hochfahren der Räder (Wheels-Up Time)