Airspeed

Airspeed is the speed of an aircraft relative to the air through which it moves. This vital measure dictates the Lift generated by its wings, enabling Flight. It stands apart from Ground Speed, which charts movement across the earth.

See also

Linked from: E6b, Equivalent Airspeed, Ground Speed, Mach Number, Pitot Pressure, Pitot Tube
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