test-fly
[ test-flahy ]
verb (used with object),test-flew, test-flown, test-fly·ing.
to fly (an aircraft or spacecraft) for the evaluation of performance.
Origin of test-fly
1First recorded in 1935–40
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How to use test-fly in a sentence
All the Virgin Galactic test flying was done under a special experimental permit issued by the Federal Aviation Administration.
Virgin Galactic’s Flight Path to Disaster: A Clash of High Risk and Hyperbole | Clive Irving | November 1, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTIt originates from inspections carried out during the test flying of brand new airplanes.
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