Definition

1. Noun:
   • A small parachute or articulated flap to reduce the speed of an aircraft: A "dive brake" is an aerodynamic device deployed from an aircraft to increase drag and rapidly decrease speed, especially during a steep descent or dive.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The pilot deployed the dive brake to control the aircraft's rapid descent.
  • Modern fighter jets are equipped with advanced dive brakes for better maneuverability.

Advanced Usage

• "to deploy the dive brake": to activate or extend the dive brake device.
  • The test pilot was instructed to deploy the dive brake at 10,000 feet.

Variants and Related Words

• Airbrake / Speed Brake (n): A similar device used to slow an aircraft by increasing drag. While often used interchangeably, "speed brake" is a more general term, whereas "dive brake" is specifically associated with controlling dives.
  • The aircraft's speed brakes were effective during landing.

Synonyms

• Drag flap: A surface that creates aerodynamic drag.
• Deceleration device: A general term for equipment designed to reduce speed.

Related Phrases

• Dive recovery: The process of pulling an aircraft out of a dive, for which dive brakes are a critical tool.
  • Using the dive brake is a key part of dive recovery procedures.

Noun

1. a small parachute or articulated flap to reduce the speed of an aircraft