flight control

[/flaɪt kənˈtroʊl/]
nounpl: flight controls
controle de voo
1. The system of devices and mechanisms used to manipulate and regulate the movement of an aircraft in flight
The pilot adjusted the flight control surfaces to stabilize the aircraft.
O piloto ajustou as superfícies de controle de voo para estabilizar a aeronave.
2. A center or facility that monitors and directs aircraft movements and operations
Flight control cleared the plane for takeoff.
O controle de voo liberou o avião para a decolagem.
3. The physical controls (yoke, throttle, pedals) operated by a pilot to command an aircraft
The pilot maintained a firm grip on the flight control yoke during turbulence.
O piloto manteve uma firmeza no comando de controle de voo durante a turbulência.
In Brazilian aviation, 'controle de voo' is a highly regulated and professionalized term used by pilots, engineers, and air traffic controllers. Brazil has a significant aviation industry with major hubs in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, making this technical terminology essential in the country's aerospace sector. The term is standardized across ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) protocols.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
flight managementaircraft controlaeronautical control
Antonyms / Antônimos
loss of controluncontrolled flight

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
controle de voo
Standard term used in aviation industry across Brazil
São Paulo
controle de voo
Commonly used in São Paulo's major airports (Congonhas, Guarulhos)
Rio de Janeiro
controle de voo
Standard usage at Galeão International Airport and Santos Dumont
Portugal
controlo de voo
Portuguese variant spelling using 'controlo' instead of 'controle'

Related Words

aileronrudderelevatorautopilotair traffic controlcockpityoke

Related Idioms & Phrases

take control of the flight
lose flight control
maintain flight control
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