Meaning & Definition of word "Airfield"

Airfield

/ˈɛrˌfiːld/

1. A area of land used for the takeoff, landing, and maintenance of aircraft, typically smaller than an airport.
- Example: The private airfield was often used by local pilots for recreational flying.
2. A site where military operations involving aircraft may occur.
- Example: The army established an airfield near the front lines to support their operations.
3. An area designated for the landing and takeoff of aircraft, usually with minimal facilities.
- Example: After the storm passed, the small airfield was cleared for flights.
4. A field on which aircraft land and take off, typically with basic facilities.
- Example: We visited the airfield to watch the vintage planes take to the skies.

●The term 'airfield' is a compound of 'air' (referring to aviation) and 'field' (referring to a specific area or grounds).

controlled airfield:

An airfield with air traffic control services.

military airfield:

An airfield designated for military aviation activities.

private airfield:

An airfield owned by a private individual or entity for personal use.

runway:

A specific strip of land at an airfield where aircraft take off and land.

taxiway:

A path on an airfield for aircraft to move to/from the runway.

hangar:

A building at an airfield used for storing aircraft.

Meaning: Tarmac

● Example Sentence: The planes were parked on the tarmac at the airfield.

Meaning: The strip

● Example Sentence: We're heading over to the strip for a quick flight.