tailspins Synonym

Synonyme tailspins

spins - spirals - nosedives - plunges - descents - dives - tumbles - falls - drops - crashes - whirls - twirls - gyrations - rotations - loops - corkscrews - twists - turns - swirls - vortexes - whirlwinds - eddies - maelstroms - cyclones - tornadoes - whirlpools - gyres


A 'tailspin' refers to a dangerous descent of an aircraft in which it rotates about its longitudinal axis while simultaneously doing a steep, spiraling dive. If not corrected, it can lead to a crash. Tailspins are often caused by a loss of control due to aerodynamic stall or other disruptions in airflow over the aircraft's wings. They require precise maneuvering to recover and regain stable flight.

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