foreplane

Noun

Meaning

foreplane (plural foreplanes)

(nautical, aeronautics) A relatively flat surface located well forward of a vehicle's center of gravity used for stability and, when movable, used for steering and attitude control; common on submarines, also used on surface ships and aircraft.

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Synonyms

canard bowplane

Examples

Canards on the Saab Viggen Some types have a horizontal " canard " foreplane ahead of the main wing, instead of behind it. Source: Internet

Empennage and foreplane main The classic aerofoil section wing is unstable in flight and difficult to control. Source: Internet

They are usually mounted on the tail section ( empennage ), although in the canard layout, the main aft wing replaces the canard foreplane as pitch stabilizer. Source: Internet

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