"final approach" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: final approaches [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} final approach (plural final approaches)
  1. (aviation) The last part of a landing before touchdown, involving a descending flight path directly in the direction of the runway. Categories (topical): Aviation Synonyms: finals

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