Plain English Meaning

After landing, the pilot keeps the nose up so the wings and raised tail surface push against the air and help slow the airplane down before using the wheel brakes.

Full Definition

A landing roll technique in which the pilot holds the nose of the airplane high after the main wheels touch down, using the wing's drag and the elevator's deflected surface to slow the airplane before lowering the nose and applying the wheel brakes.

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Used during the landing roll just after touchdown, especially when the pilot is managing speed, brake use, and nosewheel lowering.