What is another word for blind landing?

Pronunciation: [blˈa͡ɪnd lˈandɪŋ] (IPA)

A blind landing is a term used in the aviation industry, where a pilot is forced to land without relying on any visual guidance or cues. Synonyms for blind landing can include instrument landing, where the pilot uses the aircraft's instruments to navigate and land. Another term is non-visual landing, which is also self-explanatory. Depending on the circumstances, the landing may also be referred to as a manual landing, as opposed to an automatic landing where computers take over the controls. In addition, some pilots may simply refer to it as a difficult landing or a challenging landing, given the increased risk and precision required to execute such a landing.

What are the hypernyms for Blind landing?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    instrument landing, automated landing, autopilot landing, precision landing, radio landing.

Related words: flight landing in the dark, blind flight, airplane landing in the dark, aerial landing in the dark

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