Glossary
Aircraft & Engineering
Stall Speed (Vs)
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Definition
The minimum speed at which an aircraft can maintain level flight
Related Terms
Flare
A pitch-up maneuver performed just before touchdown to reduce descent rate
Mach Number (M)
The ratio of the aircraft's speed to the speed of sound in the surrounding atmosphere
Rotation (Vr) (Vr)
The speed at which the pilot pulls back on the controls to lift the aircraft's nose during takeoff
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stall Speed (Vs)?
The minimum speed at which an aircraft can maintain level flight
What does Vs stand for?
Vs stands for Stall Speed (Vs). The minimum speed at which an aircraft can maintain level flight
How does Stall Speed (Vs) relate to other aviation concepts?
Stall Speed (Vs) is closely related to Flare and Mach Number, among other key aviation concepts.
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