glide path

A term originally from aviation referring to the ideal descent path an aircraft follows for landing; in business and project management, it is used metaphorically to describe a planned, smooth trajectory toward achieving a goal or completing a project.

• 🇩🇪In der Luftfahrt der ideale Anflug- oder Sinkflugweg eines Flugzeugs zur Landung; in Wirtschaft und Projektmanagement metaphorisch für einen geplanten, reibungslosen Weg zur Zielerreichung oder zum Projektabschluss.

1. Aircraft landing approach C1 formal

   The planned flight path an aircraft follows during its final approach to a runway, typically guided by instruments.

   • The pilot aligned the plane with the glide path for landing.
   • The instrument landing system provides a precise glide path.
   • The aircraft deviated from the glide path due to strong winds.

   🇩🇪Gleitpfad

2. Planned progression B2 informal

   A carefully planned route or strategy for achieving a goal, often used in business or career contexts.

   • The company has a clear glide path to profitability.
   • Her career followed a smooth glide path to the executive level.
   • The project is on a glide path to completion by the deadline.

   🇩🇪geplanter Weg