flightplanning
nounUK /ˈflaɪtˌplænɪŋ/
US /ˈflaɪtˌplænɪŋ/
The work of deciding where and how a plane will fly before it takes off.
The pilot spent an hour on flightplanning before the long trip.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The papers and maps that show a plane's planned path.
She checked the flightplanning folder one more time.
3. The team or office that prepares flight routes.
Flightplanning called to report a change in the weather.
4. The act of choosing a safe path for any flying vehicle, like a drone.
Good flightplanning keeps drones away from tall buildings.