tailwheel

[US]/[ˈteɪlwɪːl]/
[UK]/[ˈteɪlwɪːl]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A small wheel or set of wheels at the rear of an aircraft, used for stability during takeoff and landing.; An aircraft with this configuration.

Phrases & Collocations

tailwheel aircraft

tailwheel landing

tailwheel design

tailwheel failure

tailwheel steering

tailwheel equipped

tailwheel drag

tailwheel swing

tailwheel lock

tailwheel down

Example Sentences

the vintage aircraft had a classic tailwheel configuration.

pilots need to be skilled in tailwheel landings.

the tailwheel aircraft offered a unique flying experience.

he carefully lowered the tailwheel onto the runway.

maintaining directional control with a tailwheel aircraft can be challenging.

the tailwheel design provides stability in certain conditions.

a damaged tailwheel can ground the aircraft.

the pilot demonstrated a smooth tailwheel takeoff.

tailwheel airplanes require a higher level of pilot skill.

he inspected the tailwheel assembly before the flight.

the tailwheel's position is crucial for stability.

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