aileron

Example Sentences

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All major portions of both planes, except for the right wing and aileron of the PA-28, were recovered from the lake and held for further examination, officials said.

From Seattle Times

“No other plane has eight ailerons that I’m aware of.”

From Washington Post

Would-be stewardesses were taught about the workings of brake spoilers, vortex generators and ailerons; shown how to prepare Malayan chicken curry; and quizzed on cocktail recipes.

From Washington Post

“That’s when they nailed me and I lost my aileron,” he said, referring to a section of the wing.

From Washington Times

For the past century, airplane control mechanisms have relied on hinged surfaces such as ailerons and rudders.

From Scientific American