English

Noun

flyby ‎(plural flybys)

1. A flight past a celestial object in order to make observations.

   The upcoming flyby of Halley's comet is expected to provide new information on the nature of the comet.

2. (US) A low-level flight of ceremonial nature, typically in connection with an airshow or a military parade.
3. A brief visit.

Synonyms

• (ceremonial low-level flight): flypast (UK), flyover (US)

Derived terms

• post-flyby

Translations

See also

• fly-through