sideslip

• Unbeabsichtigtes seitliches Abgleiten eines Flugzeugs oder Fahrzeugs; im Flugzeugbau ein Flugmanöver, bei dem das Flugzeug seitwärts durch die Luft bewegt wird.

A noun referring to an unexpected sideways slide or a flight maneuver where an aircraft moves sideways through the air.

1. Unexpected slideB2formal

   An unplanned or sudden sliding movement, often sideways, typically on a slippery surface.

   Seitliches Wegrutschen

   • The car experienced a sideslip on the icy road.
   • He lost control and the vehicle went into a sideslip.
   • The driver corrected the sideslip by steering into the skid.

   Synonymeskidslideslip

2. Aircraft maneuverC1formal

   A controlled flight maneuver where the aircraft moves sideways through the air, often used to lose altitude or adjust position.

   Seitengleitflug

   • The pilot performed a sideslip to lose altitude quickly.
   • During the landing approach, the aircraft executed a sideslip.
   • The sideslip maneuver is useful for crosswind landings.

   Synonymeslip