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ground loop

n.
A sharp horizontal turn made by an aircraft on the ground when taxiing, landing, or taking off.
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ground loop

n
(Aeronautics) a sudden uncontrolled turn by an aircraft on the ground, while moving under its own power
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Noun 1. ground loop - a sharp uncontrollable turn made by an airplane while moving along the ground
misadventure, mischance, mishap - an instance of misfortune
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