How to Pronounce "airspeed"
word
ˈɛɹˌspid
AIR-speed
ˈeəspiːd
AIR-speed
Definition
Airspeed is the speed at which an aircraft is moving through the air, as measured by instruments on the aircraft. It is different from ground speed, which is the speed over the ground.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛɹˌspid
British English
ˈeəspiːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AIR-speed
UK
AIR-speed
Listen in Context
Please check the airspeed before takeoff.
The pilot monitors the airspeed during flight.
Airspeed indicators help keep the plane safe.
If your airspeed drops too low, you could stall the aircraft.