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SHORT TAKEOFF AND LANDING AIRCRAFT (STOL) |
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| Meaning: | An aircraft which, at some weight within its approved operating weight, is capable of operating from a runway in compliance with the applicable STOL characteristics, airworthiness, operations, noise, and pollution standards. |
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| Previous Term: | SHORT RANGE CLEARANCE |
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