"zero-length launching" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-|head=zero-length launching}} zero-length launching (uncountable)
  1. (military) A technique in which the first motion of the missile or aircraft removes it from the launcher. Normally, such a launch occurs before the missile fuel or aircraft engine is fired. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Aviation, Military, Zero Related terms: JATO, RATO

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