flying bridge

American  

[flahy-ing brij] / ˈflaɪ ɪŋ ˌbrɪdʒ /

noun

1. Also called flybridge.  Also called monkey bridge.  Also called fly bridge,.  Nautical. a small, often open deck or platform above the pilothouse or main cabin, having duplicate controls and navigational equipment.

2. Architecture. skybridge.

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flying bridge British  

noun

1. an auxiliary bridge of a vessel, usually built above or far outboard of the main bridge

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Etymology

Origin of flying bridge

First recorded in 1480–90

Example Sentences

I’d be lying if I said that flying privately with a pet wouldn’t appeal to me, though.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 20, 2026

Right now, I’m exploring three main options: a professional pet courier service; driving, which would take roughly 43 hours and require staying at dog-friendly hotels; and flying privately.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 20, 2026

Personally, I’d be torn between driving and flying privately, if I could afford it.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 20, 2026

"And people say I'm a bad parent. Chunk flying privately, alone to meet me. Merry Hanukkah," Handler boasted.

From Fox News • Feb. 11, 2021

He has traversed the country with a breakneck schedule, campaigning and raising money, flying privately with a bare-bones staff and security detail.

From New York Times • Jul. 1, 2016