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pre·flight  (prflt)
adj.
Preparing for or occurring before flight.
tr.v. pre·flight·ed, pre·flight·ing, pre·flights
To check (an aircraft) for airworthiness before flight.

preflight n.

preflight [ˈpriːˈflaɪt]
adj
of or relating to the period just prior to a plane taking off
Translations
preflight [ˈpriːˈflaɪt] ADJanterior al despegue
preflight
adj attr preflight checks/instructionsKontrollen pl/Anweisungen plvor dem Flug


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However, we have not preflighted our aircraft completely if we miss a hole in the fuselage just inches above the hydraulic reservoir.
1 /100,000 Hrs Aircraft in Depot-Level Repair 5% BAA AETC Maint & Ops Variable Factors: Mission Capable Rate 85% Scheduled Maintenance 25% Phase 5% Depot 0% Preflighted Spare Aircraft 15% Sorties per Aircraft per Day 2 Flying Days per Month 20.
Ensures aircraft is preflighted, inspected, loaded, equipped and manned for mission.
 
 
 
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