adj, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb

1. 1
   To land an aircraft without power.
2. 2
   To present the lure either by casting or a vertical drop and allow the bait to remain motionless for an extended period before retrieval.

Adjective

1. 1
   Describing the landing of an aircraft with no power from the engines. not-comparable

Etymology

From dead + stick.

Related phrases

deadstick landing

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