1. plural of preflight; systematic checks or inspections performed before a flight or operation begins
Usage: aviation; commonly used in plural form

1. third-person singular present tense of preflight; to conduct a systematic inspection or check before beginning a flight or operation
Usage: aviation; technical

Examples

• The pilot preflights the aircraft every morning before takeoff.
• All preflights must be completed before passengers board the plane.
• She preflights the equipment to ensure everything is in working order.
• The crew conducts thorough preflights as part of standard safety protocol.
• Preflights are essential in aviation to prevent mechanical failures.
• He preflights the helicopter systems before each mission.