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gyro horizon

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gy·ro horizon  (jr)
[gyro(scopic) horizon.]

gyro horizon
n
(Mathematics & Measurements / Navigation) another name for artificial horizon [1]
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Noun1.gyro horizon - a navigational instrument based on a gyroscopegyro horizon - a navigational instrument based on a gyroscope; it artificially provides a simulated horizon for the pilot
navigational instrument - an instrument used for navigating


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At one time, the copilot noted the gyro horizon indicated 20 degrees nose up.
 
 
 
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