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HOIST:
A machinery unit that is used for lifting and lowering a load.

HOLDING BRAKE:
A brake that automatically prevents motion when power is off.

HOOK APPROACH:
The minimum horizontal distance between the center of the runway rail and the hook.

HYDRAULIC BRAKE:
A brake that provides retarding or stopping motion by hydraulic means.