The metal parts used for making connections between the structural parts of an aeroplane.
(See STABILIZER.)
A propeller having a cloth covered frame work on which the fabric is free to adjust itself to the air pressure.
See ELEVATOR.
Used for tachometer drive.
(Fr. Plancher.)
Propeller flange.
The foot lever generally used to operate the rudder.
Supports used in giving a certain outline to the fuselage. The formers are attached to the fuselage frame and in turn support small stringers on which the fabric is fastened.
The following current of air in the rear of a moving body or surface. Because of the friction, a portion of the air is drawn in the direction of the motion.