What are the Key Parts of a Plane?
WayMan
MAY 25, 2025
Wings: The Source of Lift The wings are what make fixed-wing flight possible. Wings also include movable surfaces like ailerons (used to roll the plane left or right) and flaps (used to increase lift at lower speeds, especially during takeoff and landing). This is where the pilot and any co-pilot sit and manage every aspect of flight.
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