This is the 14945th most frequent Russian word.
подлете
The word "подлете" is not standard in Russian; it might be a form of "подлететь," meaning "to fly up to" or "approach by flying" (in a specific tense or context).
The word 'подлететь' here means 'to fly up to a location briefly' and is used to describe the bird closing in on the window.
Птица подлетела к окну.
The bird flew up to the window.
The usage of 'подлетающий' indicates the airplane moving closer to its destination, emphasizing the act of nearing by air.
Самолет подлетал к городу.
The airplane was approaching the city.
Here, 'подлетел' conveys sudden or swift movement directed towards something, in this case a group of people.