A sideways movement of an aircraft or vehicle, typically as a result of a loss of control. The pilot corrected the sideslip to ensure a smooth landing.
A maneuver in which an aircraft is intentionally flown slightly sideways to reduce speed or altitude. The pilot executed a sideslip to lose altitude quickly before landing.
The angle between an aircraft's longitudinal axis and its actual path through the air. A sideslip of five degrees can reduce lift significantly.