Meaning

1 senses
  1. A moveable surface attached to a machine such as an aircraft or submarine that can be used to control the machine's motion in roll, pitch or yaw.

    Before flight, it is vital to ensure all control surfaces are clear of obstruction and can move smoothly and freely.

    Steuerfläche

More definitions
  • a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight

Translations

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By meaning 1
aeronautics:

Forms

plural: control surfaces
Singularcontrol surface
Pluralcontrol surfaces

regular

Synonyms

4 synonyms
Close in meaning
  • a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight:airfoilaerofoilsurface

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