SingleHanded

Singlehanded is an adjective describing an action or operation carried out by a single person without assistance. The term is used across disciplines to indicate solo effort, often emphasizing autonomy, skill, and endurance.

In maritime usage, singlehanded or solo sailing refers to navigating a boat with only one person aboard. Sailors rely on self-steering gear, autopilots, and efficient sail handling to manage the vessel alone. Singlehanded voyages and races underline seamanship and safety considerations such as weather, fatigue, and emergency readiness.

In aviation, single-pilot operations describe flights conducted by a single pilot. Regulations vary by country and aircraft category; some commercial operations require a crew regardless of distance, while many general aviation flights are routinely flown single-pilot. Training emphasizes decision-making, workload management, and emergency procedures.

In other contexts, single-handed operation describes equipment or workflows designed for one operator. This can include one-handed tools, machines, or processes used in manufacturing, healthcare, or home tasks. In sports and everyday life, "single-handed" or "singlehanded" can refer to techniques or tasks performed with one hand, such as a single-handed backhand in tennis or a one-handed lifting technique.

Note that the form is often written with a hyphen as single-handed; both spellings appear in English usage.