Glossary

Endorsement

An official addition to a pilot's licence certifying an extra qualification, such as a specific aircraft type or rating.

Related Terms

European Union Aviation Safety Agency — the civil aviation regulatory body for the European Union.

A control surface on the tail used to pitch the aircraft's nose up or down.

The tail section of an aircraft, including the horizontal and vertical stabilisers.

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