chandelle

Examples

• All

• The pilot performed a perfect chandelle during the training session.

• During the flight lesson, the instructor demonstrated a chandelle to show how to gain altitude while changing direction.

• Learning how to execute a chandelle is a requirement for advanced pilot training.

• She used a sharp chandelle to evade the incoming aircraft.

• The pilot performed a perfect chandelle during the air show, impressing the crowd.

• The pilot executed a flawless chandelle during the airshow, impressing the spectators with the sharp turn and climb.

• To gain advantage during the competition, the pilot performed a chandelle that allowed for a quick change in direction while gaining altitude.

Synonyms

F

flight maneuver

vschandelle

• Specialized

1 6.3

An action by a plane to change its path or angle in the air

is a specific climbing turn to gain altitude rather than any flight action

A

airplane maneuver

vschandelle

• Specialized

1 5.2

A move by a plane to change direction or position

is a single specific climbing turn to gain altitude rather than general movements

W

wingover

vschandelle

• Specialized

1 9.9

A steep climb followed by a sharp turn that makes a plane go the other way

changes direction while gaining altitude rather than reversing direction

Surface Forms

Etymology