TAXIED Meaning and
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The verb "taxied" is the past tense and past participle form of the verb "taxi." It refers to the action of an aircraft moving along the ground under its own power before takeoff or after landing.
When an aircraft "taxies," it typically moves slowly and carefully, navigating its way on the ground by following designated taxiways or paths. This movement is crucial for an aircraft to reach the runway for takeoff or to reach its assigned gate or parking area after landing.
During taxiing, the pilot controls the aircraft's speed and direction using the airplane's wheels, brakes, and steering mechanisms. The pilot follows instructions from air traffic control to ensure safe movement and coordination with other aircraft and ground vehicles within the airport.
Taxiing also involves various safety practices, such as adhering to speed limits, keeping a safe distance from other aircraft, and obeying all airport regulations and procedures. The purpose of taxiing is to ensure efficient ground movement of aircraft, minimize congestion, and maintain overall airport operations.
In summary, "taxied" is the past tense and past participle form of "taxi," describing the controlled movement of an aircraft on the ground using its own power, obeying air traffic control instructions, and following designated paths before takeoff or after landing.
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Etymology of TAXIED
The word "taxied" is derived from the noun "taxi", which originally referred to a motor vehicle for hire. The noun "taxi" is a shortened form of "taximeter cab", which dates back to the 1900s. The term "taximeter" refers to a device used to calculate fares based on the distance traveled, while "cab" is an abbreviation of "cabriolet", which was a type of carriage typically used for transportation services. Over time, the verb form "taxi" emerged to describe the act of operating a taxi or driving it. Thus, the past tense form "taxied" is used to indicate that an aircraft or a taxiing vehicle has moved on the ground.
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