Clean

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001142",
  "term": "Clean",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "Describing an aircraft configuration where all retractable components, such as landing gear and flaps, are stowed or retracted into the airframe. This configuration minimizes aerodynamic drag, allowing the aircraft to achieve higher speeds and better fuel efficiency during cruise flight. Pilots typically configure the aircraft 'clean' after takeoff and before landing preparation.",
  "subject": "Aviation maintenance",
  "see_also": [
    "clean feed"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "stromlinienförmig",
    "es": "limpio",
    "fr": "propre"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/clean/"
}