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Wheels-Up Time

Definition

The moment an aircraft lifts off the runway and becomes fully airborne

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What is Wheels-Up Time?
The moment an aircraft lifts off the runway and becomes fully airborne
How does Wheels-Up Time relate to other aviation concepts?
Wheels-Up Time is closely related to Block Time and Rotation (Vr), among other key aviation concepts.

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