Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flight-deck
noun
/flaɪt dɛk/
Definition
The area on an aircraft carrier or a large aircraft where aircraft take off and land.
Examples
- The pilot prepared for landing as they approached the flight-deck of the aircraft carrier.
- Technicians serviced the jets on the flight-deck to ensure they were ready for deployment.
- Safety protocols are strictly enforced on the flight-deck during operations.
Meaning
The flight-deck is specially designed to accommodate the operations of military or civilian aircraft, providing the necessary space and equipment for launching and landing.
Synonyms
- flight platform
- aircraft launching area
- landing strip (in context)
