Vocabulary: Takeoff / landing

Here are some of the most common words and expressions related to take off and landing. Enjoy!

overrun (v.) or overshoot (v.)
circle (v.) or enter (v.) a holding pattern
line up (v.)
overheat (v.)
extend (v.)
vacate (v.) or exit (v.)
perform a missed approach or go around
touch down (v.)
thrust reversers (n.)
brakes (n.)
retract (v.)
push-back (v.)
queue (v.)

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