lower the flaps

Frequency: 6.98.5 per million words

Specifically refers to adjusting the flaps on an aircraft's wings.

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Examples (10)

  • The pilot prepared to lower the flaps for landing.
  • Air traffic control instructed them to lower the flaps and reduce speed.
  • As the runway approached, she began to lower the flaps gradually.
  • The flight manual specifies when to lower the flaps during approach.
  • He forgot to lower the flaps until the last moment.
  • The aircraft shuddered slightly as the pilot started to lower the flaps.
  • Training requires students to practice how to lower the flaps properly.
  • The captain announced they would lower the flaps for final approach.
  • Weather conditions forced the pilot to lower the flaps earlier than usual.
  • The co-pilot confirmed the decision to lower the flaps at 2,000 feet.