airspeed

or air speed

[ air-speed ]

noun

1. the forward speed of an aircraft relative to the air through which it moves.

airspeed

/ ˈɛəˌspiːd /

noun

1. the speed of an aircraft relative to the air in which it moves Compare groundspeed

Word History and Origins

Origin of airspeed¹

First recorded in 1905–10; air ¹ + speed

Example Sentences

A six-speed dial with top airspeed of 185 miles per hour offers plenty of flexibility, and the cushioned over mold grip brings users ample comfort during extended use.

From Popular-Science

AmazonThis electric corded leaf blower vacuum is capable of collecting and distributing leaves and other debris with an airspeed of 80 to 210 miles per hour.

From Popular-Science

In those conditions, it’s easy to misjudge airspeed and closing distances.

From Outside Online

This hand-held, gas-powered unit delivers 430 CSM, with an airspeed of 200 MPH.

From Popular-Science

Husqvarna’s general purpose leaf blower has a healthy CFM of 495, and an airspeed of 180 MPH.

From Popular-Science

Gradually, he is able to gain airspeed and recover from the roll.

From The Daily Beast

The pilot, a big-boned Britisher who had two jobs to do at once, watched the airspeed indicator.

From Project Gutenberg

I've never had her above 2.5, but the airspeed gauge is marked up to four.

From Project Gutenberg