test fly

• Проверять летательный аппарат или транспортное средство, совершая пробный полёт или поездку для оценки его характеристик, управляемости или готовности.

To test an aircraft or vehicle by taking it on a trial flight or drive to evaluate its performance, handling, or readiness.

1. Trial flightB2formal

   To fly an aircraft for the first time or under special conditions to evaluate its performance, safety, or handling.

   Испытательный полёт

   • The pilot will test fly the new jet tomorrow.
   • Engineers test fly each prototype before mass production.
   • They test flew the drone in a controlled environment.