tailplane Synonyms
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tailplane Meaning
Wordnet
tailplane (n)
the horizontal airfoil of an aircraft's tail assembly that is fixed and to which the elevator is hinged
tailplane Sentence Examples
- The tailplane of the aircraft provided stability and control during flight.
- Engineers carefully designed the tailplane to optimize aerodynamic efficiency.
- Damage to the tailplane could severely compromise the aircraft's handling characteristics.
- The pilot adjusted the trim on the tailplane to ensure level flight.
- High-speed maneuvers required precise control of the tailplane's angle of attack.
- The tailplane was made of lightweight composite materials to reduce drag.
- During takeoff and landing, the tailplane played a crucial role in maintaining lift and avoiding stall.
- The tailplane's shape and dimensions were tailored to the specific performance requirements of the aircraft.
- Inspection and maintenance of the tailplane were essential for ensuring aircraft safety.
- The tailplane's effectiveness was dependent on the proper airflow over its surface.
FAQs About the word tailplane
the horizontal airfoil of an aircraft's tail assembly that is fixed and to which the elevator is hinged
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The tailplane of the aircraft provided stability and control during flight.
Engineers carefully designed the tailplane to optimize aerodynamic efficiency.
Damage to the tailplane could severely compromise the aircraft's handling characteristics.
The pilot adjusted the trim on the tailplane to ensure level flight.
