"gust lock" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: gust locks [plural]
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  1. (aviation) A device used to lock the control surfaces of a parked aircraft in order to reduce the probability of flight-control damage resulting from strong or gusty winds. Wikipedia link: gust lock Categories (topical): Aviation

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