Aircraft components and systems

Adaptive compliant wingAdaptive compliant wing

Adaptive compliant wing

An adaptive compliant wing is a wing which is flexible so that aspects of its shape can be changed in…

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Overwing exits

Overwing exits are found on passenger aircraft to provide a means of evacuation onto the wing, where passengers either continue…

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Flight recorder

A flight recorder is an electronic recording device placed in an aircraft for the purpose of facilitating the investigation of…

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In-flight entertainment

In-flight entertainment (IFE) refers to the entertainment available to aircraft passengers during a flight. In 1936, the airship Hindenburg offered…

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Aircraft lavatory

An aircraft lavatory is a small room on an aircraft with a toilet and sink. Airplane toilet is a sanitary…

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