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twin-prop

/ˈtwɪn.prɒp/

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noun

/ˈtwɪn.prɒp/C1formaltechnical
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее тип винтового самолёта с двумя пропеллерами, часто вращающимися в противоположных направлениях для улучшения устойчивости и лётных характеристик.

A noun referring to a type of propeller-driven aircraft that has two propellers, often arranged to rotate in opposite directions for improved stability and performance.

  1. Aircraft with two propellersC1formaltechnical

    A type of propeller-driven aircraft that has two engines, each driving a propeller, or a single engine driving two contra-rotating propellers for improved stability and performance.

    ruДвухвинтовой самолёт

    • The pilot skillfully landed the twin-prop on the short runway.
    • Twin-prop aircraft are often used for regional flights and cargo transport.
    • The distinctive sound of a twin-prop engine can be heard from miles away.

    Synonymstwin-propeller-plane

Forms
  • twin-props plural form
  • twin-props' possessive plural form
  • twin-prop's possessive singular form