landing area

noun
UK /ˈlændɪŋ ˈeəriə/
US /ˈlændɪŋ ˈeriə/

A flat place where planes or flying things can come down and stop.

The helicopter touched down gently on the landing area.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A flat space at the top or bottom of stairs where people can stand.

She paused on the landing area to catch her breath.

3. A safe spot on a beach or shore where boats can come in.

The fishermen rowed their boat toward the landing area.

4. A place where soldiers or supplies are brought down from the air.

The troops gathered at the landing area near the field.