English Explanatory Dictionary

autobrake

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A system that automatically applies an aircraft's hydraulic wheel brakes upon touchdown during landing, or when the throttle is reduced to idle during a rejected takeoff.

Word forms

autobrake autobrakes

Etymology

From auto- + brake.

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