Hatchet Ch. 1 Vocabulary Flashcards

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turbulence

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Irregular motion of the air often experienced by aircraft.

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compass

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An instrument used for navigation and orientation that shows direction relative to the geographic cardinal directions.

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copilot

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The second pilot in an aircraft, assisting the main pilot.

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aircraft

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A vehicle capable of atmospheric flight due to interaction with the air, such as airplanes, helicopters, etc.

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altitude

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The height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level.

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wilderness

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A natural environment on Earth that has not been significantly modified by human activity.