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- Definição1
- A wind which is blowing in the opposite direction to the direction of movement or flight.
- Fonte1
- CROCKER, David. Dictionary of aviation. 2nd ed. London: A&C, 2005.
- Fonte2
- FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION. Helicopter flying handbook (FAA-H8083-21A). Washington, DC: FAA, 2012.
- Contexto
- Takeoff and climb performance is greatly affected by wind. When taking off into a headwind, effective translational lift is achieved earlier, resulting in more lift and a steeper climb angle.
- Subárea1
- Aeronautical Meteorology Air Navigation
- Ver
- upwind
- Português
- vento de proa