wingover

/ˈwɪŋgoʊvər/

Definitions

1. noun

a maneuver in aerobatics where an airplane performs a wing-over turn, in which the aircraft rolls 360° on its longitudinal axis, rotating the aircraft around its vertical axis.

“The stunt pilot performed a series of wingovers during the air show, impressing the crowd with her skills.”

Synonyms

  • roll
  • wing-over turn

Antonyms

  • level flight
  • straight line