glide slope

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Definition Noun : The final path followed by an aircraft as it is landing : A glide slope is the precise, angled descent path that an aircraft follows during its final approach to a runway for landing. It is often established and guided by an electronic signal from an instrument landing system (ILS). Usage The term "glide slope" is used specifically in aviation contexts to describe the ideal tr...