Mcrit

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noun

The minimum Mach number at which the airflow over some part of an aircraft reaches the speed of sound.

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Meanings

nounMcrit (uncountable)
  1. uncountableaeronauticsThe minimum Mach number at which the airflow over some part of an aircraft reaches the speed of sound.

    Many high performance aircraft are equipped with a Machmeter for monitoring Mcrit. The Machmeter is essentially an airspeed instrument that is calibrated in relation to Mach on the dial.

    2012, Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook-Airframe Volume 2, FAA
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APA

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MLA

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