Vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (VTOL)

{
  "id": "MLC-T-AVN-001082",
  "term": "Vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (VTOL)",
  "field": "Aviation and air traffic control",
  "definition": "Aircraft capable of vertical climbs and/or descents and of using very short runways or small areas for takeoff and landings. These aircraft include, but are not limited to, helicopters.",
  "abbreviation": "VTOL",
  "synonyms": [
    "VTOL aircraft"
  ],
  "see_also": [
    "Short takeoff and landing aircraft (STOL)"
  ],
  "references": [
    "FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/aviation/vertical-takeoff-and-landing-aircraft-vtol/"
}