Seizing

Seizing: When an aero-engine suddenly stops as a result of mechanical or lubrication breakdown so that the pistons fuse with the cylinder walls.

Seizing the opportunity, Steve got his instructor rating renewed and started performing his duty, sacrificing himself for aviation's sake. It wasn't very long, however; until Steve realized that he needed an airplane he could call his own.

The action of war had shifted to the borders of Laos and Cambodia, where the hilly terrain made the monetary and human cost of seizing and holding high ground, and airlifting and installing radio relay equipment prohibitive.

See also: Range, Station, Service, Aircraft, Force