stationkeeping

English

Etymology

station +‎ keeping

Noun

stationkeeping (uncountable)

1. (nautical) The maintenance of a ship's position relative to others in a fleet or convoy.
2. (aviation) The flying of aircraft in formation.
   • 1974, United States Army Aviation Digest, volume 20, page 15:

     If you are using the night vision goggles they can aid in formation flight/stationkeeping.

3. (by extension) The maintenance of a satellite in geosynchronous orbit over a desired spot.